School Kitchen Helper #Woodlands

Working Hours Mondays to Fridays: 7:00am to 4:00pm, inclusive of 1hr lunch break or such working hours approved by the School. Service not required on Saturdays, Sundays and gazetted public holidays Experience Must have at least 2 years of experience in food preparation, kitchen operations, or similar support roles. Preferably with experience in secondary schools. Technical Skills & Abilities Demonstrated ability to perform food preparation tasks including ingredient handling, portioning, and basic cooking techniques Experience with kitchen cleaning protocols, equipment maintenance, and maintaining hygiene standards Basic understanding of food safety principles Ability to operate standard kitchen appliances and equipment safely Personal Attributes Strong teamwork skills and able to collaborate with teaching staff and colleagues Able to work independently with minimal supervision Proactive in identifying tasks and takes initiative in daily responsibilities Positive attitude and professional demeanour in a school environment Organised, meticulous and the ability to multitask and work independently in the kitchens Communication & Interpersonal Skills Comfortable interacting with teenagers in an educational setting, demonstrating patience and appropriate boundaries Clear communication skills Ability to follow instructions accurately and ask questions when clarification is needed Key Responsibilities Daily Kitchen Preparation Prepare (e.g., cutting) and portion (e.g., weighing and packing) food ingredients according to recipes given by teachers into proper storage areas (e.g., refrigerator) for cooking lessons under supervision Set up kitchen workstations with required utensils, equipment, and ingredients before each lesson Assist with basic operation of kitchen appliances such as ovens, hobs, steamers, rice cookers and food processors following established procedures Assist teachers during lessons at all times, help to replenish items, clear teacher's centre tables, assist students with cookers/ovens/grill/blenders/steamers when necessary and mop spills etc. After lessons to help clean up and store leftover food properly following the first-in-first-out rule and prepare for the next lesson. Check that all cookers are switched off, ensure all gas valves are closed. Cleaning & Maintenance Clean and sanitise kitchen utensils, equipment, and appliances (including fridges, ovens, and cookers) after each use Maintain cleanliness of kitchen areas, preparation counters, sinks, stove and storage rooms throughout the day Sweeping and mopping of the floor and emptying dustbins Refilling of soap dispensers Check the cutlery and ensure equipment are in place for each unit Laundry for kitchen towels: Put any used cloths into the washer after lessons for the day. Hang them to dry and place dry clothes back in the drawers. General Support Assist teaching staff with lesson preparation and classroom setup as needed Help with basic inventory checks and restocking of supplies (including equipment and food ordering etc)Take in and verify the day's food orders delivered according to the ordering form prepared by the teacher. Clear unwanted packaging or boxes. Support other departmental activities and tasks as assigned by supervisors Report any equipment issues or safety concerns to supervisor immediately Weekly duties Thoroughly clean the cookers and ovens Thoroughly clean and clear chokes in sink Clear refrigerator of unwanted/spoilt food and clean the fridge shelves Take stock of leftover perishable food and keep teacher updated #J-18808-Ljbffr