Under the direct supervision of the Chef, the Assistant Chef shall support the kitchen operations in his/her functions detailed below and shall deputize for the Chef in his/her absence.

Position Summary:

This position ensures that the chef is assisted in the preparation of food, beverages, and cooking meals in accordance with menus; and service of the same. Ensure the washing of dishes and kitchen utensils; and, support the general cleaning duties related activities as directed by the Chef.

• Support the chef in the preparation and cooking of a variety of foods;
• Prepares and cooks food to the highest standards;

• Ensures that all food items prepared and served are according to established standards and practices.
• Ensure safe Health and Safety practices by:

– reporting of all equipment not working properly;

– observe all hygiene regulations;

– ensure that food is correctly stored;

• Ensure that all utensils are clean and in readiness for use;
• Serve meal to staff and guest.
• Assist in the preparation of store releases and purchase requisition
• Assist in the acquisition of food stuff in the local markets
• Account for cash advances given to them and kitchen staff under their delegation.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

PIH currently has implementation programs in Haiti, Rwanda, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Peru, Mexico, Russia, Sierra Leone and Navajo Nation. Through our partnership with Harvard Medical School and the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, we support a wide range of programs in dozens of other countries around the world.

PartnersInHealth (PIH) is committed to the fundamental principle of equal opportunity and equal treatment for every prospective and current employee. It is the policy of PIH not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex and gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. PIH works in and with a number of governments in and outside the U.S., and to the extent applicable, this statement is intended to incorporate the prohibition of any unlawful discrimination covered by applicable laws in such countries, states and municipalities.