Kitchen Assistant

About the role

The Kitchen Assistant helps maintain cleanliness and order in the kitchen and coffee shop areas, ensuring equipment, utensils and surfaces are clean, organised and compliant with food safety standards. The role also supports basic food preparation tasks.

Key responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize the coffee shop, including the dining area, restrooms, kitchen and storage spaces.
• Assist with simple tasks such as chopping vegetables and preparing ingredients.
• Stock supplies in the kitchen and storage areas.
• Disinfect sinks, toilets and other fixtures regularly.
• Help clean kitchen equipment, utensils and appliances.
• Dispose of waste and manage recycling according to shop policies.
• Perform deep cleaning at the end of the day, including floor scrubbing and kitchen sanitization.
• Prepare the coffee shop for the next day's operations.
• Work closely with other staff to keep the environment clean and welcoming.

Required profile

• High school diploma.
• At least 2 years of working experience in a related field.
• Prior cleaning experience, preferably in a food service or hospitality environment.
• Flexibility to work various shifts.

Required skills

• Knowledge of cleaning products and best practices.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude.