Occupation kitchen helper

Kitchen helpers assist cooking and kitchen staff in restaurants, hotels, catering firms, canteens, etc., for example by preparing food and dishes and by cleaning the kitchen.

Tasks

• Assist cooks in preparing food (e.g. wash and peel fruit and vegetables, cut bread and meat).
• Measure and mix ingredients, e.g. by using scales and measuring jugs.
• Prepare dishes for serving.
• Prepare simple food such as sauces, dressings, sandwiches, soups, desserts, etc.
• Monitor supplies and inform the supervisor when more need to be ordered.
• Unpack and store supplies in refrigerators, cupboards and other storage areas.
• Keep the work area clean (e.g. by cleaning work surfaces, kitchen equipment, cupboards and appliances).
• Keep the kitchen clean (e.g. by sweeping and mopping floors and removing rubbish).
• Rinse and wash dishes and store them appropriately (e.g. in cupboards, drawers, etc.).

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