Assistant Cook

The Assistant Cooks duties include washing and cleaning the kitchen and food preparation area. They also help with preparing ingredients for foods, beverages and cocktails; testing new dishes and planning menus. Other responsibilities include removing rubbish, washing bins and disinfecting the entire kitchen to meet health and safety standards. The Assistant Cook will also maintain the kitchen inventory, buy and store ingredients and clear the refrigerators.

An Assistant Cook, or Assistant Chef ensures the kitchen is orderly and assists Cooks to prepare and arrange food. Their duties include cleaning the kitchen area, washing dishes and utensils and ensuring that the Cook has everything required to run the kitchen efficiently.