Kitchen Helper

Job description

REQ14895 Kitchen Helper (Open) POSITION SUMMARY: The Commis is an entry-level position that provides essential support to chefs and kitchen staff, ensuring that kitchen operations run efficiently and smoothly. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist with food preparation: Help with washing, peeling, cutting, and prepping ingredients for cooking. Maintain cleanliness: Clean kitchen utensils, equipment, and work surfaces. Ensure the kitchen remains organized and hygienic. Assist with stocking and inventory: Help stock ingredients and kitchen supplies. Check expiration dates and rotate stock when necessary. Waste disposal: Properly dispose of waste and recycling according to health and safety standards. Assist chefs and cooks: Support kitchen staff by delivering supplies or helping with simple tasks during meal prep. Food storage: Store food and ingredients according to food safety guidelines to maintain freshness and avoid contamination. Assist with kitchen setup: Help set up cooking stations, prep areas, and kitchen tools at the beginning of the shift. Section Responsibility: Work within a designated section of the kitchen, ensuring all assigned tasks are completed promptly and to the highest standard. Professional Presentation: Maintain high standards of personal appearance, grooming, and hygiene to ensure you meet company expectations. Policy Adherence: Follow all company policies and procedures, including safety protocols and food handling standards. Safety and Reporting: Report any accidents, injuries, or unsafe conditions to supervisors immediately, ensuring a safe working environment for all staff. Additional Duties: Perform other reasonable tasks and duties as assigned by supervisors or management as the needs of the kitchen evolve. QUALIFICATIONS: Experience No previous experience required Education High school diploma Culinary diploma is an advantage Skills Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and under pressure Good communication in English; Greek or any other language will be considered as a strong advantage Ability to perform repetitious tasks PERSONAL COMPETENCIES: Attention to detail Achieves agreed objectives and accepts accountability for results Displays a high commitment to delivering results Communicates effectively Displays the highest level of integrity Ability to maintain discretion Self-motivated Approachable