PRODUCTION ASSISTANT

Description

Job Summary: Support the preparation, production, and organization of ingredients and dishes, adhering to quality, hygiene, and safety standards. Key Responsibilities: 1. Assist with basic food cooking and preparation. 2. Maintain constant cleanliness of work areas and utensils. 3. Collaborate in order dispatch and delivery. Position Objective: Support the preparation, production, and organization of ingredients and dishes, complying with the restaurant's established quality, hygiene, and safety standards. Responsibilities: a) Wash, disinfect, peel, chop, grate, and portion vegetables, meats, fruits, and other ingredients according to the Chef's instructions. b) Prepare mise en place (pre-portioned ingredients) for service, ensuring ingredient availability and orderly arrangement at the workstation. c) Assist in basic food cooking or preparation—such as sauces, side dishes, or stocks—under the supervision of a cook or chef. d) Support plating and dish assembly, paying attention to presentation and meeting the restaurant’s quality standards. e) Maintain constant cleanliness of work areas, equipment, and utensils, applying food hygiene and safety regulations. f) Verify proper storage and preservation of ingredients, including labeling with dates and implementing rotation. g) Promptly report to the kitchen supervisor any ingredient shortages, expired products, or malfunctioning equipment. h) Collaborate in order dispatch and delivery to the service or production area. i) Strictly comply with biosafety protocols and good food handling practices. j) Perform other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor. Requirements: a) Basic knowledge of cooking techniques (knife skills, mise en place, simple cooking methods). b) Minimum 3 months’ experience in similar positions. c) Basic use of kitchen utensils and equipment. Salary: S/.1,130.00 - S/.1,300.00 per month Workplace: On-site employment