Kitchen Assistants Needed.

Kitchen Assistant responsibilities are about keeping the kitchen clean, safe, fast, and supporting the cooks/chefs. *1. Food Preparation* - Washing, peeling, chopping vegetables and fruits - Measuring ingredients and preparing basic items like sauces, salads - Assisting cooks with plating and portioning *2. Cleaning & Hygiene* - Washing dishes, utensils, pots, and equipment - Cleaning work surfaces, floors, fridges, and storage areas - Taking out trash and keeping waste areas clean - Following food safety and hygiene standards at all times *3. Stock & Storage* - Receiving and checking deliveries - Storing food properly with correct labeling and FIFO (First In, First Out) - Reporting low stock or expired items to supervisor - Keeping pantry and store organized *4. Kitchen Operations Support* - Helping with setting up kitchen before service - Assisting during busy service times - Operating basic kitchen equipment safely (blenders, mixers, etc.) - Helping with packing takeaway orders

Here are the standard requirements for a Kitchen Assistant — most restaurants, hotels, and chop bars in Accra use this checklist: *1. Education* - Minimum JHS/SHS or WASSCE — literate enough to read recipes and labels - Certificate in Cookery, Catering, or Food & Beverage is a big plus - Food hygiene certificate is an advantage *2. Experience* - 6 months to 1 year in a kitchen, restaurant, or fast food is preferred - Freshers with NSS / internship can be accepted if trainable *3. Technical Skills* - Basic food preparation — washing, peeling, chopping, portioning - Knowledge of food safety and hygiene (HACCP basics) - Ability to operate simple kitchen equipment — blenders, fryers, dishwashers - Understanding of stock rotation — FIFO - Cleaning and dishwashing procedures *4. Physical Requirements* - Able to stand for long hours and lift up to 15-25kg - Able to work in hot, fast-paced environment - Clean personal hygiene at all times *5. Personal Attributes* - *Punctual and reliable*