key responsibilities:
1. assist in food preparation: help in preparing ingredients, cutting vegetables, marinating meats, and other tasks to support the chef de partie or senior chefs in the kitchen.
2. maintain cleanliness: keep workstations clean, organized, and sanitized to ensure food safety standards are met.
3. follow recipes: follow recipes and cooking procedures provided by the head chef to maintain consistency and quality in food preparation.
4. stock management: assist in receiving and storing food supplies, rotating stock, and informing senior staff when supplies are running low.
5. learn and develop culinary skills: learn new cooking techniques, recipes, and presentation styles under the guidance of senior kitchen staff to improve culinary skills.
6. assist in plating: help in plating dishes in an attractive and appealing manner before they are served to customers.
required skills and expectations:
1. basic cooking knowledge: understanding of cooking techniques, kitchen equipment, and food safety practices.
2. team player: ability to work well in a team environment and follow instructions from senior chefs.
3. physical endurance: capable of standing for long hours, lifting heavy pots, and moving quickly in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
4. attention to detail: ability to follow recipes accurately and ensure dishes are prepared to exact specifications.
5. willingness to learn: openness to learning new skills, techniques, and recipes to grow in the culinary field.
6. time management: efficiently manage time to meet food preparation deadlines and maintain kitchen productivity.