Assistant Cook

Job Summary

An assistant cook ensures the kitchen is orderly and assists Sous Chef to prepare, cook and arrange food. Their duties include cleaning the kitchen area, washing dishes and utensils and ensuring that the Chef has everything required to run the kitchen.

Job Description

At KTJ, we believe with a commitment to professional development, we offer opportunities for growth in a warm and welcoming student-centred environment. Join us and become part of a community that values creativity, embraces new ideas and encourages progressive thinking.

Key Duties

• To follow recipes.
• To bake, grill, boil meat, vegetables, fish, poultry and other foods.
• To occasionally serve food.
• To maintain a clean and safe work area, including handling utensils, equipment and dishes.
• To handle and store ingredients and food.
• To maintain food safety and sanitation standards.
• To ensure ingredients and final products are fresh.
• To report any faulty equipment, bruised products and ingredients & unsafe conditions to the Chef on duty.
• To have knowledge of proper food handling procedures and remove expired or spoiled ingredients from the chiller, freezer and dry storage rooms.
• To be able to follow all health and safety regulations.

Personal characteristics and skills

• High level of integrity;
• Displays a strong commitment to delivering the best customer service;
• Cheerful and friendly interpersonal and communication skills;
• Proactive and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision;
• Knowledge of health and safety standards and the ability to handle cleaning chemicals safely;
• Excellent time management skills, ability to multitask and possess a systematic approach to work;
• Core competencies include organization, preparation as well as time management skills and communication.
• Maintain professional image in communication and appearance.
• A genuine interest in young people and their wellbeing;
• Affinity with the School’s boarding ethos and with the values of Kolej Tuanku Ja’afar.

KTJ is a friendly and supportive environment for students and staff alike. More information on the School and conditions for teachers can be found in our staff recruitment brochures (available on the vacancies page of our website).

Applications should be made to the HR Department via [email protected]. Please submit a letter and a completed application form (available on our website), including contact details of three referees, one of whom should be your current employer.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to security vetting.