Kitchen Helper
Job Description examples (Simple & Paragraph styles) for food service workers, resumes, and hospitality career blogs.
1. Job Overview
A Kitchen Helper assists cooks and chefs by preparing ingredients, cleaning kitchen areas, and organizing supplies. This role ensures smooth kitchen operations and helps maintain cleanliness, safety, and efficiency in food preparation areas.
2. Job Description Details
Supports the kitchen team by performing routine tasks such as washing dishes, chopping vegetables, and restocking supplies. Maintains hygiene and follows food safety standards to help deliver high-quality meals in restaurants, cafeterias, or catering environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist cooks in preparing and portioning ingredients for meals.
- Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen tools after use.
- Clean kitchen areas, equipment, and storage spaces regularly.
- Organize and restock pantry, refrigerator, and supply areas.
- Follow food safety and hygiene standards at all times.
- Help with unloading and storing deliveries of food and supplies.
- Work as part of a team to maintain a smooth kitchen workflow.
Skills & Qualifications
- Basic knowledge of kitchen operations and hygiene practices.
- Ability to follow instructions and work efficiently in a team.
- Physical stamina and ability to stand for long periods.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- Attention to cleanliness, detail, and food safety.
- Willingness to learn new kitchen tasks and procedures.
- Previous kitchen or restaurant experience is an advantage.
Tools & Equipment Used: Knives, cutting boards, dishwashers, cleaning supplies, storage containers, and food prep tools.
Resume-Ready Examples
Simple Description (one-line):
Assisted cooks in food preparation, maintained kitchen cleanliness, and ensured smooth day-to-day operations in a busy food service environment.
Paragraph Style (2–3 sentences):
Supported kitchen operations by preparing ingredients, cleaning equipment, and restocking supplies. Followed food safety standards and worked with the culinary team to maintain an efficient, clean, and organized kitchen workspace.