Kitchen Assistant at Mirema School

About the Role

Mirema School, a Christian educational institution, is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the daily operations of our school kitchen. You will work under the supervision of the Head of Department - Catering, contributing to efficient resource utilization, hygiene, safety, and optimal kitchen operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in ingredient preparation including chopping, peeling, sorting, and cutting
• Prepare and serve meals for learners, staff, and school events
• Ensure timely serving of all meals throughout the day
• Maintain a constant supply of clean and fresh water for cleaning and cooking
• Participate in food preparation and follow catering department instructions on kitchen operations
• Ensure excellent meal presentation by dressing dishes before serving
• Follow approved menus to support proper nutrition and healthy eating standards
• Ensure safe food storage and proper management of food and kitchen items
• Check the quality of meal ingredients according to the daily menu
• Manage food removal from the kitchen through safe packaging or waste management following hygiene standards

Required Qualifications

• Diploma or Certificate in Food Production or Catering
• 3 years of relevant experience
• Valid certificate of good conduct
• Valid food handler's certificate

Key Skills and Attributes

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent customer care skills
• Computer skills
• Creativity and problem-solving ability