Kitchenhands assists cooks or chefs within a working kitchen. They wash, peel and prepare foodstuffs and help to prepare simple dishes. They wash and clean utensils, dishes and benches that are used in the kitchen. They may also sort and store food stuffs, dispose of rubbish, organise the laundering of linen and clean various food preparation equipment and floors.
Specifications
- Cook’s Assistant
- Kitchen Attendant
- Kitchen Steward
Required Skills and Knowledge
- to be flexible to work shifts and in stressful situations
- a high level of personal cleanliness
- good communication skills and be able to work in a team
- to be able to work quickly and safely
- good hand-eye coordination
- to ideally be free from skin allergies to foods and detergents
Education Training Requirements
You can work as a kitchen hand without any formal qualifications and get training on the job. However, you could also complete a traineeship in Hospitality (Catering Operations). Entry requirements may vary although employers generally prefer at least Year 10.
Apprenticeships and Traineeship
As a trainee you enter into a formal training contract with an employer. You spend most of your time working and learning practical skills on the job and you spend some time undertaking structured training with a registered training provider of your choice. They will assess your skills and when you are competent in all areas, you will be awarded a nationally-recognised qualification.
