Canteen Assistant

**Canteen Assistant (Admin, Kitchen, & Front of House)**

The Canteen Assistant is responsible for supporting both the kitchen and front-of-house operations, ensuring smooth and efficient service while also managing key administrative tasks. This role requires someone who is organized, adaptable, and able to manage multiple tasks, from food preparation assistance to updating spreadsheets.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Assist kitchen staff with food preparation, portioning, and plating, ensuring timely service.
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen, service areas, and dining spaces.
- Handle front-of-house duties, including greeting and serving customers, taking orders, and processing payments.
- Support with inventory management, checking stock levels, and placing orders as needed.
- Update and maintain spreadsheets and databases to track inventory, food orders, and daily sales.
- Perform basic admin tasks such as data entry, filing, and assisting with stock and supply management.
- Help manage and organize canteen schedules and deliveries.
- Ensure all health and safety protocols are followed in the kitchen and service areas.

**Skills Required**:

- Basic kitchen skills and knowledge of food safety procedures.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) for data entry and maintaining records.
- Strong multitasking abilities and time management skills.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, supporting both the kitchen and front-of-house staff.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a dynamic environment, balancing customer service, kitchen assistance, and administrative responsibilities.

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application Question(s):

- Do you have a valid driver's licence?
- What is your current notice period?
- What is your expected salary?