Kitchen Assistant

About the role

We are seeking a reliable Kitchen Assistant to join our team at KCC in Abuja. The role involves supporting the kitchen staff with food preparation, stock handling and maintaining hygiene standards.

Key responsibilities

• Communicate clearly and promptly with the Head Chef and kitchen team during service.
• Report stock shortages, equipment faults, and hygiene issues immediately.
• Assist in daily food preparation – washing, peeling, chopping, and portioning.
• Maintain the cleanliness of kitchen surfaces, utensils, and equipment.
• Receive, sort, and store kitchen supplies and deliveries correctly.
• Dispose of kitchen waste hygienically and responsibly.
• Follow all food safety and hygiene instructions without hesitation.

Required profile

• Strong verbal communication skills; ability to listen, take instructions, and confirm understanding.
• Minimum 1 year experience in a kitchen or food service environment.
• Basic knowledge of Nigerian cuisine and kitchen operations.
• Physically fit – able to stand for long hours and lift supplies.
• Available for early mornings, late nights, weekends, and public holidays.
• Reside in or willing to commute to Katampe Extension, Abuja.
• Neat, punctual, and team‑oriented.

Required skills

• Food preparation (washing, peeling, chopping, portioning).
• Basic knowledge of Nigerian cuisine.