Kitchen Assistant

Description

Job Summary: We are seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support food preparation, cleaning, and handling, ensuring hygiene and providing direct assistance in the dining room for elderly individuals. Key Highlights: 1. Proven experience in similar roles, preferably in geriatrics 2. Solid knowledge of hygiene and food safety standards (HACCP) 3. Indefinite-term employment contract with fixed working hours from Monday to Friday A Private Social Solidarity Institution (IPSS), providing home-based care and Day Center services for the elderly, located in the Municipality of Sintra, is currently recruiting a **Kitchen Assistant** to join our team. **Job Responsibilities:** * Assist chefs with daily cooking tasks; * Clean and prepare food ingredients; * Prepare side dishes and plate meals; * Organize and clean the assigned section; * Strictly comply with **HACCP** requirements and regulations; * Provide direct support in the dining room service, coordinating with elderly users while respecting their dietary restrictions; * Assist in organizing and packaging meals for the Home Support Service (SAD). **Mandatory Requirements:** * **Proven experience** in similar roles (preferably within a geriatric context); * Minimum compulsory education level; * Solid knowledge of hygiene and food safety standards (HACCP); * Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills; * **Preferable residence within the Municipality of Sintra.** **Behavioral Profile:** * Genuine interest and deep respect for working with elderly individuals; * Proactivity, autonomy, and high sense of responsibility; * Empathy and client-centered focus on user well-being; * Flexibility and adaptability. **What We Offer:** * **Indefinite-term employment contract** (permanent position); * Salary aligned with IPSS salary scales; * Meals provided at the institution; * Ongoing training and integration into a strong team; * **Fixed schedule: Monday to Friday, 08:00–17:00** (Weekend days off). **How to Apply:** * If you meet the above criteria, please send your **updated CV** to Technical Director Filipa Silva at the following email address: **osavos@sapo.pt or patriciafernandes.osavos@gmail.com** Employment Type: Full-time Work Location: On-site