Airport Lounge Kitchen Assistant Chef at Traverze Travel – Harare

The Kitchen Assistant Chef supports daily culinary operations within the airport lounge, maintaining food quality, preparation standards, and kitchen hygiene. Working closely under the guidance and direction of the Head Chef, this role ensures high-volume lounge catering meets fine-dining and fast-paced airport service expectations.

**Duties and Responsibilities:**
Food Preparation & Assembly: Assist the Head Chef in prepping ingredients, assembling hot and cold menu items, and maintaining buffet line or à la carte standards.
Station Maintenance: Keep workstations clean, organized, and stocked throughout service according to strict food safety guidelines.
Quality Assurance: Monitor shelf life, rotation (FIFO), and proper storage of all food ingredients.
Kitchen Hygiene & Compliance: Adhere strictly to HACCP, local food safety regulations, and airport security and safety protocols.
Inventory & Restocking: Report inventory depletion to the Head Chef and assist with receiving and storing store deliveries.
Equipment Care: Safely operate and clean basic kitchen appliances and food preparation equipment.

- Minimum of 2 years of professional kitchen/culinary experience in a high-volume hotel, restaurant, or lounge setting.
- Solid grasp of fundamental food preparation skills, knife handling, and basic cooking techniques.
- Current Food Handler Safety Certificate (or regional equivalent standard).
- Ability to work early morning, late evening, weekend, or holiday shifts as governed by flight schedules.
- Must be eligible to obtain required airport access credentials and background clearance.