Kitchen Helper
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About the Role
INSPIRE BUILDERS GENERAL CONTRACTING COMPANY is hiring a Kitchen Helper to assist with food preparation, cleaning, and kitchen operations in Abu Dhabi. The role requires 1-2 years of commercial kitchen experience and basic food safety knowledge.
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Responsibilities
- Assist chefs and cooks with daily food preparation — washing, peeling, cutting, and portioning ingredients
- Work within assigned kitchen section (e.g., tandoor, grill, curry, prep, sweets, or BBQ)
- Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment, work surfaces, utensils, and storage areas
- Wash dishes, pots, pans, and kitchen tools promptly
- Receive, check, and properly store incoming deliveries and stock
- Ensure ingredients are fresh, properly labeled, and rotated following FIFO principles
- Dispose of kitchen waste properly and maintain bins and waste areas
- Set up and break down kitchen stations before and after service
- Follow all food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards
- Support the assigned section efficiently during peak hours
Requirements
- 1 2 years of experience in a restaurant or commercial kitchen
- Ability to work consistently within assigned kitchen section
- Physically able to stand for long hours, lift moderate loads, and work in a fast paced, hot kitchen environment
- Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene practices
- Punctual, hardworking, and able to follow instructions
- Flexible to work in shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays
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Key Responsibilities
- Assist chefs and cooks with daily food preparation — washing, peeling, cutting, and portioning ingredients as per the assigned kitchen section
- Work within the assigned kitchen section (e.g., tandoor, grill, curry, prep, sweets, or BBQ) as designated by the Head Chef or Kitchen Manager
- Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment, work surfaces, utensils, and storage areas at all times
- Wash dishes, pots, pans, and kitchen tools promptly to keep service moving without delays
- Receive, check, and properly store incoming deliveries and stock under chef supervision
- Ensure ingredients are fresh, properly labeled, and rotated following FIFO (first in, first out) principles
- Dispose of kitchen waste properly and maintain bins and waste areas in a hygienic condition
- Set up and break down kitchen stations before and after service
- Follow all food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards at all times
- Support the assigned section efficiently during peak hours, working quickly and accurately under the direction of the section chef
- Report any equipment issues, low stock, or safety concerns to the kitchen supervisor immediately
- Maintain personal hygiene and grooming standards in line with kitchen safety requirements
What We're Looking For
- 1–2 years of experience working in a restaurant or commercial kitchen, in any section
- Ability to work consistently within the assigned kitchen section, developing depth and speed in that specific area
- Physically able to stand for long hours, lift moderate loads, and work in a fast paced, hot kitchen environment
- Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene practices
- Punctual, hardworking, and able to follow instructions from chefs and supervisors quickly and accurately
- Comfortable working as part of a team in a high pressure environment, especially during peak service hours
- Flexible to work in shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays
Nice to Have
- Experience in a Pakistani or South Asian cuisine kitchen
- Basic knowledge of tandoor or naan making support tasks
- Food safety / hygiene certification (e.g., basic HACCP training)
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- A stable, growing restaurant group with multiple branches across Abu Dhabi
- Hands on training and the opportunity to grow into a cook or chef role over time
- A supportive kitchen team rooted in tradition and genuine hospitality
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