Kitchen Assistant

Description

Job Summary: We are seeking a cook to prepare hospital diets, cafeteria dishes, ensure food safety compliance, and manage inventory in a professional kitchen environment. Key Highlights: 1. Preparation of hospital diets and cafeteria dishes 2. Strict maintenance of food safety measures 3. Inventory management and expiration date control Job Description and Activity Details * Timely preparation of patient diets in strict adherence to procedures, verifying correct patient and diet assignment. * Correct delivery of meals, verifying patient identification protocol. * Preparation of dishes according to the cafeteria menu and employee menu, following established procedures. * Maintenance of food safety measures during food preparation and storage. * Strict monitoring of temperatures for cold, hot, and ambient-temperature foods. * Verification of expiration dates upon receipt of supplies. (FIFO SYSTEM) * Inspection of supplies upon delivery by vendors to ensure compliance with receiving standards, cross-checking against purchase orders or invoices. * Conducting warehouse or freezer inventory as instructed. * Performing food prep tasks in advance to ensure adequate stock before shift end. * Performing cleaning and disinfection of the area according to assigned responsibilities. * Conducting thorough weekly cleaning of the area; maintaining cleanliness and order throughout the week. * Reporting supply shortages for timely restocking or, as applicable, timely dish preparation. * Performing any other related duties assigned by the immediate supervisor. Experience and Requirements * High school diploma. * Food preparation, food safety practices, menu or hospital diet planning. * One year of experience in a similar role, preferably in hospital kitchens, industrial cafeterias, or clinical areas. * Punctual, well-groomed, organized, responsible, proactive, courteous, service-oriented, and capable of teamwork. * Age 25\-40 * Gender-neutral. Benefits * Benefits in accordance with the Federal Labor Law (LFT) * Cafeteria * Uniform * Medical expense insurance **Number of vacancies** 2 **Department** Food Services **Employment type** Permanent **Work modality** On-site **Shift** Mixed **Working hours** Full-time **Net monthly salary** $17,000 MXN **Education** High school diploma **Willingness to travel** No