The Haven Night Shelter Require THE SERVICES OF A KITCHEN ASSISTANT for our Haven Old Age Home at Woodstock, Cape Town. The successful applicant will report DIRECTLY TO THE MANAGER

MINIMUM DUTIES:

The Kitchen Assistant will be responsible for:

· Properly cleaning and sanitising all food preparation areas according to established standards of hygiene.

· Washing and appropriately storing all cooking appliances, instruments, utensils, cutting boards, and dishes.

· Preparation of meal ingredients, which includes washing, cleaning, peeling, cutting, and chopping fruit, vegetables, poultry, and meat.

· Sweeping and mopping the kitchen floors as well as wiping down kitchen walls.

· Assisting with the unloading of delivered food supplies.

· Organizing and correctly storing food supplies.

· Promptly transferring meal ingredients from storage areas to the kitchen as per the Cook's instructions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Reside in the area close to the shelter or in the surrounding areas, a chefs diploma or professional cookery certificate/food preparation programmes obtained through an accredited chefs school, minimum of 1 year previous kitchen work experience, be able to work shifts and alternate weekends, sound knowledge of food safety regulations, understanding the importance of health and safety, ability to interact with clients from different cultures and religions, manage conflict situations, excellent verbal communication skills, ability to work as a team player, be of sober habits, no criminal record, be in good health, experience in the NGO sector will be an advantage.

Please send two pages CV, and motivational letter to recruitment@haven.org.za .Please note if all the relevant documentation (CV or motivational letter) is not attached to your application will not be considered.

Please indicate in the subject line for which shelter you apply: KITCHEN ASSISTANT - HAVEN OLD AGE HOME

If you don't receive a response from us within 3 weeks of closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful.