About this role
GENERAL DESCRIPTION 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 DESCRIPTION
• 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 / Catering Supervisor
• 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 REQUIREMENT Education: SPM or equivalent. Additional certificate in Culinary / Chef training or food preparation is an extra advantage
Knowledge and Experiences:
• 2 years experiences as cook or cook assistant
• 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