A kitchen helper is a person who performs routine food service duties under direct supervision of a designated supervisor. They are responsible for maintaining kitchen work areas and restaurant equipment and utensils in clean and orderly condition.
An interview is a recruitment process in which a potential interviewer asks questions from a prospective candidate. Given below are some common interview questions that come up again and again during interviews for the post of kitchen helper.
1. According to you what are the typical roles and responsibilities of a kitchen helper?
A kitchen helper is entitled to perform numerous duties and responsibilities. He or she assists in the preparation of all food items such as meats, fish, fruits, vegetables and other serving. Hey are also responsible for washing dishes, cleaning tables, pans and kitchen floor. They even serve food and perform other related duties.
2. Please elaborate job specific tasks that you have undertaken in your previous hotel?
In my previous organization I performed numerous occupation specific tasks such as sweeping and wiping floors, maintaining kitchen work areas, cleaning pots, pan, trays utensils and other equipments, washing worktables, walls, refrigerators and meat blocks and transfers supplies and equipment between storage and work areas. I also washed and peeled vegetables.
3. Can you please tell us about your skills and abilities?
I have excellent ability to read, understand and follow safety procedures. I am good in cooking and preparing variety of dishes and can successfully work in team as well as individual work environment. I possess great knowledge of equipment, supplies, services and catering set up procedures. I am creative, organized, dedicated person with excellent ability to work continuously.
4. How do you handle stress and pressure?
You can answer this question by saying that, I like to work in challenging environment and I give better result while working under pressure. I enjoy challenges and deadlines because I diffuse the stress.
5. What salary range are you looking for?
I am interested in finding a job that is a good fit for me. I am sure whatever salary you are paying is consistent with the rest of the market. I think you have a good idea of what this position is worth to your company.
Read the above listed questions carefully and practice their answers. These questions will be surely helpful for those people who want to make career in this field. Do not forget to say “Thank You” to the person who interviewed you.
