Kitchen Helper

Job summary

The kitchen helper is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment, dishes, and surfaces while assisting with basic food preparation tasks. They also manage the receiving and storage of supplies and maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen environment.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education No degree, certificate or diploma Experience No experience (will train) On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work setting Staff accommodation available Responsibilities Tasks Operate dishwashers to wash dishes, glassware and flatware Place dishes in storage area Sanitize and wash dishes and other items by hand Scour pots and pans Portion and wrap foods Stock refrigerators and salad bars Use manual and electrical appliances to clean, peel, slice and trim foodstuffs Clean and sanitize kitchen including work surfaces, cupboards, storage areas, appliances and equipment Handle and store cleaning products Receive, unpack and store supplies in refrigerators, freezers, cupboards and other storage areas Remove kitchen garbage and trash Sweep, mop, wash and polish floors Wash, peel and cut vegetables and fruit Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities Fast-paced environment Repetitive tasks Standing for extended periods Work under pressure Attention to detail Personal suitability Reliability Team player Ability to multitask Initiative Dependability Positive attitude Benefits Other benefits On-site housing options Other benefits Employment groups This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Support for youths Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

What you’ll do

The kitchen helper is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment, dishes, and surfaces while assisting with basic food preparation tasks. They also manage the receiving and storage of supplies and maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen environment.

Requirements

No formal education or prior experience is required as the employer provides training. Candidates should be reliable, able to work in a fast-paced environment, and capable of standing for extended periods.

Benefits

• Staff accommodation
• On-site housing options
• Mentorship
• Coaching
• Networking opportunities

Listed skills

• Food preparation · Preferred
• Cleaning · Preferred
• Multitasking · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Dishwashing
• Sanitizing
• Food preparation
• Cleaning
• Stocking
• Manual appliances
• Electrical appliances
• Peeling
• Slicing
• Trimming
• Sweeping
• Mopping
• Multitasking
• Teamwork
• Attention to detail

Job areas

• Food & Beverage
• Hospitality
• Trades