Food Preparation: Kitchen helpers assist with basic food preparation tasks such as peeling, chopping, slicing, and dicing vegetables, fruits, and other ingredients. They may also help in preparing salads, dressings, sauces, or simple dishes under the supervision of chefs or cooks. Dishwashing and Cleaning: One of the primary duties of kitchen helpers is to wash dishes, utensils, pots, and pans by hand or using commercial dishwashers. They also clean kitchen equipment, countertops, floors, and other surfaces to maintain a hygienic and organized work environment. Stocking and Storing Supplies: Kitchen helpers assist in receiving, unpacking, and storing food and kitchen supplies such as groceries, produce, meats, and dry goods. They ensure that ingredients are properly labeled, dated, and stored at the correct temperature to prevent spoilage or contamination. Assisting Cooks and Chefs: Kitchen helpers support cooks and chefs during busy periods by fetching ingredients, utensils, and equipment as needed. They may also help in plating dishes, garnishing food, or assembling ingredients for recipes. Cleaning and Maintaining Kitchen Equipment: They help in cleaning and maintaining kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, fryers, and refrigerators to ensure they are in good working condition. They may also assist in minor equipment repairs or notify maintenance staff of any issues. Following Food Safety and Sanitation Guidelines: Kitchen helpers adhere to food safety and sanitation guidelines, including proper handwashing, wearing gloves, using food thermometers, and following safe food handling practices to prevent foodborne illnesses. Assisting with Inventory Management: They may help in taking inventory of food and kitchen supplies, recording quantities, and notifying supervisors when items need to be reordered. They also rotate stock and discard expired or spoiled items as necessary. Supporting Teamwork and Collaboration: Kitchen helpers work as part of a team, cooperating with cooks, chefs, servers, and other kitchen staff to ensure efficient and coordinated operations. They communicate effectively and assist colleagues as needed to meet production goals and customer demands. Adhering to Health and Safety Regulations: Kitchen helpers comply with health and safety regulations, including wearing appropriate protective clothing, following proper lifting techniques, and reporting any hazards or accidents to supervisors promptly. Performing Other Duties as Assigned: Depending on the specific needs of the kitchen or establishment, kitchen helpers may be assigned additional tasks such as receiving deliveries, busing tables, or assisting with catering events.