Kitchenhand
Also known as: Kitchen Attendant
Kitchenhands assist cooks and chefs in preparing and storing food, washing dishes and utensils, and cleaning work areas.
Duties
A kitchenhand may perform the following tasks:
- wash and clean utensils and dishes that are returned to the kitchen and make sure they are stored appropriately
- handle, sort, store and distribute food items
- wash, peel, chop, cut and cook foodstuffs and help to prepare salads and desserts
- dispose of rubbish
- organise laundering of linen
- clean food preparation equipment, floors and other kitchen tools or areas.
Skills Required
- enjoy practical work
- good hand-eye coordination
- able to work quickly and safely
- good personal hygiene
- free from skin allergies to foods and detergents
- good communication skills
- able to work as part of a team.
Salary
$25 000 - $35 000
