Trainee - Kitchen - Cascades Restaurant

The Kitchen Trainee is responsible for assisting the kitchen team with daily food preparation, kitchen operations, and maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in the Restaurant. The position provides practical training and learning opportunities to develop culinary skills, knowledge of food safety, and an understanding of professional kitchen operations in accordance with the hotel's standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Food Preparation & Production: Assist cooks and chefs with daily mise en place (chopping, portioning, peeling, and measuring ingredients) according to hotel recipes and quality standards.
• Plating & Presentation: Help plate and present dishes neatly and consistently for restaurants, room service, banquets, and special events.
• Inventory & Storage: Assist with receiving, checking, labeling, and properly storing food and dry goods following FIFO (First-In, First-Out) principles.
• Hygiene & Sanitation: Maintain strict cleanliness of workstations, equipment, and storage areas in compliance with HACCP (Hazardous Analysis Critical Control Point) and local food safety guidelines.
• Operations Support: Support the kitchen brigade during peak service hours, buffet setups, or private functions.
• Learning & Development: Attend on-the-job training, follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and communicate proactively with senior chefs and leadership teams.

 General Requirements

1. Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a vocational school, college, or training program in Culinary Arts, Food Production, or a related field.
2. Demonstrates a genuine interest in culinary arts and professional kitchen operations.
3. Possesses basic knowledge of food preparation and kitchen hygiene, or demonstrates a willingness to learn.
4. Able to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment and follow instructions accurately.
5. Demonstrates a positive attitude, discipline, teamwork, and a willingness to learn.
6. Able to work flexible shifts, including weekends and public holidays, according to the hotel's operational requirements.
7. Able to maintain personal hygiene and comply with food safety and workplace safety standards.

Benefits:

• Trainee Certificate
• Provide Insurance by BPJS Employment : Work Accident Program (JKK), Life Insurance (JKM)
• A 1 time duty meal provided during working hours in Staff Cafeteria.
• In-house laundry for the hotel's working uniform.
• Career advancement opportunities