School Kitchen Assistant | Hougang
Your tasks
- Prepare, portion and distribute food ingredients before the commencement of practical lessons daily.
- Assist with weekly food ingredient orders and receive deliveries from vendors.
- Check and verify that all food ingredients delivered are accurate in quantity, quality and specifications, in accordance with the orders placed.
- Ensure that all food ingredients are properly labelled, stored and maintained in accordance with food safety and hygiene standards, including appropriate storage temperatures and stock rotation.
- Conduct regular inventory checks of food ingredients, utensils, equipment and other supplies in the Nutrition and Food Science (NFS) rooms, including kitchens, office and investigation hub.
- Inspect and maintain the cleanliness, condition and functionality of kitchen utensils, appliances and cooking equipment, and promptly report any defects or damage to the teacher-in-charge.
- Ensure the general upkeep, cleanliness, hygiene and safety of the NFS rooms, including kitchen workstations, storage areas, appliances and equipment.
- Perform basic administrative and office duties to support teachers in the preparation and conduct of teaching and learning activities in the kitchens and investigation hub.
- Carry out general cleaning of the kitchens and investigation hub every Friday, as well as thorough cleaning during the June and September school holidays, as assigned by the supervising officer.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of working experience in school kitchens or commercial kitchens.
- Good knowledge of food and kitchen safety, with skills in food handling. Relevant certification is preferred, such as Food Safety Course Level 1 by ITE, WSQ Food Hygiene Course (Food Safety Course Level 1), or Food Safety Course Level 1 by SHATEC.
- Able to work well in a dynamic environment.
- A team player with good organisational, time management and communication skills.
- Pass in PSLE to communicate well with students, food supply vendors and maintenance contractors.
Other
Contract Period
- Base Contract: 1 January 2027 to 31 December 2027, with service required from 1 January 2027 to 31 October 2027.
- Option to Extend: 1 January 2028 to 31 December 2028, with service required from 1 January 2028 to 31 October 2028, subject to the option being exercised.
Working Arrangement
- Mondays to Thursdays: 7.00am to 4.00pm, inclusive of a 30-minute lunch break.
- Fridays: 7.00am to 3.30pm, inclusive of a 30-minute lunch break.
- Service is not required on Saturdays, Sundays and gazetted public holidays.
- Depending on operational requirements, there may be days when extended working hours are required. Time off in lieu will be granted in such circumstances.
Location · Hougang · Salary $2200 to $2300 per month EA License No.: 96C4864 Reg. No.: R26161270 JOEY TAY YI TING