Kitchen Assistant (St. Catherine, Jamaica) - Jamaica Broilers Group Limited

Jamaica Broilers Group Limited is seeking a committed and detail-oriented individual who is highly motivated and creative, to join the culinary team at its Group Head Office located in McCook's Pen, in St. Catherine. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the kitchen, providing hands-on support through various tasks such as:

• Assisting with menu preparation, ingredient prepping, cooking, plating and presentation
• Serving food to employees with professionalism and a positive attitude, responding to inquiries and requests promptly
• Assisting with inventory management, ensuring proper ordering, storage and rotation of food supplies
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe kitchen environment according to health and safety standards

To qualify for this position, candidates must possess the following:

Competencies:

• Strong understanding of basic culinary techniques, including knife skills, prepping, cooking and plating methods and food safety principles
• Positive attitude, a willingness to learn and a strong commitment to providing exceptional service
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast paced environment
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively and meet deadlines
• Ability to maintain a clean, organized and safe kitchen environment in accordance with health and safety standards
• Adaptable to changing schedules and levels of work as needed
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with colleagues
• Knowledge of proper sanitation and safety procedures
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks such as prolonged walking and standing
• Willing to work on weekends, late evenings and holidays as needed
• Willing to work on a contractual basis

Qualifications:

• A minimum of one (1) year related experience 
• At least a level 1 certification in Food Preparation and Cooking techniques or equivalent from a recognized institution
• A valid Food handler's permit
• Willing to work on a contractual basis

Interested persons should submit applications giving details of their experience and qualifications no later than Monday, May 20, 2024 to:

The Group Human Resources Manager,

Group Human Resources Department,

Jamaica Broilers Group Limited,

McCook's Pen, St. Catherine.

Applications should be submitted through our Career's section at the following link: https://careers.jamaicabroilersgroup.com/search/

We thank you for your interest, however, only short-listed applicants will receive a response.