JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Responsible for preparing, working with and delivering food according to the nutritional needs of the patient / resident, providing food to patients and personnel while maintaining high standards of quality, sanitation and safety.
JOB DESCRIPTIONS
- Prepare food items by ensuring quality, quantity and attractively according to daily Meal Production List.
- Ensure that food items are appropriately arranged on plates and platters.
- Prepare and assemble portions in accordance to the menu and standard portioning guidelines.
- Ensure food temperatures during preparation and throughout services are within specified range as according to statutory requirements and recommended approved guidance.
- Store food in an appropriate manner as according to statutory requirements and recommended approved guidelines.
- Ensure that food items are properly rotated in storage.
- Dispose of expired or near expiry products.
- Ensure cleanliness of kitchen by following cleaning and sanitation guidelines.
- Manage transportation of food and supplies and ensure food temperatures are within specified range as according to statutory requirements and recommended approved guidance.
- Assist HOS in managing food inventory and supplies.
- Inform superior on supplies once reached the minimum par level (before they run out of stock).
- Wash pots, pans and any other utensil use in cooking.
- Supervises food production in the absence of Chef / Senior cook / Cook.
- Perform light bookkeeping duties.
- Report kitchen malfunctions to superior immediately.
- Inspect food items and equipment on a constant basis.
- Assist with food preparation services for catering projects.
- Any other duties as per instructed by the organization.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education:
- SPM or equivalent.
- Additional certificate in Culinary / Chef training or food preparation is an extra advantage.
Knowledge and Experiences:
- At least 1 year of experience as cook assistant or 2 years as kitchen helper
- Familiarity with any food industries
- Experience in Hospital Dietary Services will be an extra advantage
- Knowledge of cuisine and fundamental culinary skills
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team and interface with various levels of the organization
Skills & Competencies:
Special skills required
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy
Personal attributes
- Results-oriented mindset, with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
- Self-motivated and able to work independently
- Strong ethics and integrity
- Openness to learning and adapting to change
- A collaborative and team-oriented approach
