Kitchen Sculler

**LOCATION**:
West Rand Campus

**OVERALL PURPOSE OF THIS JOB**:
To manage the cleanliness of kitchen equipment, dishes, and the overall kitchen environment as well as assisting with basic food preparation tasks. Play a critical support role, ensuring that the kitchen staff have clean tools and a hygienic space to work in. The sculler may also assist with minor kitchen tasks like prepping ingredients or disposing of waste.

**KEY RESULT AREAS**:
Cleaning and Washing:

- Wash and sanitize dishes, glassware, silverware, pots, pans, and kitchen equipment.
- Operate dishwashers or manually clean items depending on the equipment available.
- Clean and maintain all work surfaces, floors, and kitchen areas to ensure hygiene.

Basic Kitchen Assistance:

- Assist kitchen staff by prepping ingredients such as peeling vegetables, chopping, or portioning.
- Transport supplies between storage areas and the kitchen.
- Ensure that waste is properly disposed of and recycling is handled correctly.

Equipment Maintenance:

- Clean and store kitchen tools and utensils properly.
- Regularly inspect dishwashing equipment and kitchen tools to ensure they are in proper working order.
- Report any equipment faults or maintenance issues to the supervisor.

Stock and Supply Assistance:

- Assist with unpacking and organizing deliveries of kitchen supplies.
- Ensure adequate stock of cleaning supplies, including dish soap, sponges, and sanitizing chemicals.

Health and Safety Compliance:

- Follow strict hygiene and sanitation protocols to comply with health and safety standards.
- Adhere to food safety regulations, including safe handling of cleaning chemicals and proper disposal of food waste.

Supporting the Kitchen Team:

- Help with setting up workstations and ensuring the kitchen is ready for service.
- Respond to the needs of chefs and kitchen staff, including fetching utensils or ingredients.
- Assist in organizing and cleaning storage areas, including refrigerators, freezers, and dry goods sections.

**QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS**:

- Matric/Grade 12 (Ideal)
- Assistant chef skills programme or similar (Advantageous)

**EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS**:

- Previous experience in a kitchen or food service environment is preferred but not required.
- Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
- Physical stamina and ability to handle repetitive tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to lift and carry heavy objects, such as pots, pans, or trays.

**SKILLS REQUIREMENTS**:

- ** Attention to Detail**: Ensure all items are properly cleaned and sanitized.
- ** Physical Fitness**: Ability to stand for long periods and carry out physically demanding tasks.
- ** Time Management**: Work efficiently to keep up with the pace of the kitchen during busy periods.
- ** Teamwork**: Work well with chefs, kitchen staff, and waitstaff to maintain kitchen operations.
- ** Customer service**:Customer Service Focused