2707# Food Lab Assistant

Food Laboratory Assistant Company: Goal Setterz Business Solutions Pte. Ltd. Job Title: Food Laboratory Assistant Employment Type: Full-Time, Contract Work Location: (Secondary School), Dover Road, Singapore Contract Period: 1 January 2027 – 31 December 2028 Roles & Responsibilities We are looking for a responsible and organised Food Laboratory Assistant to support the school's Food & Nutrition (F&N) laboratory operations. The successful candidate will assist in maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organised food laboratory while supporting practical lessons and school programmes. Daily Food Laboratory Operations Maintain the cleanliness and hygiene of the Food Laboratories, including workstations, sinks, floors, countertops, and food preparation areas. Clean and maintain kitchen appliances, including ovens, stoves, refrigerators, hot water dispensers, and other food laboratory equipment. Ensure all cooking utensils, equipment, and tools are properly cleaned, organised, and stored after each practical lesson. Prepare ingredients and raw food materials for practical lessons, including washing, cutting, portioning, and packing according to lesson requirements. Monitor food inventory and storage areas, ensuring ingredients are stored safely and properly labelled. Inform the Food Lab Manager or NFS Unit Coordinator when food supplies or ingredients require replenishment. Ensure all kitchen workstations are properly equipped before practical lessons. Inventory & Store Management Conduct stock checks and inventory control of food ingredients, cooking utensils, kitchen equipment, and consumables. Assist in termly stock-taking exercises. Monitor expiry dates of food items and remove expired or spoiled ingredients. Maintain proper storage and organisation of food laboratory equipment and supplies. Assist with labelling and organising equipment, shelves, and storage cabinets. Laboratory Maintenance Support the upkeep of safety signs, instructional posters, and laboratory displays. Carry out scheduled deep cleaning of laboratory equipment, workstations, shelves, and storage areas during school holidays and examination periods. Perform routine checks to ensure laboratory facilities remain clean, safe, and operational. School Programme Support Support Food & Nutrition practical lessons conducted by teachers. Assist with afternoon cooking programmes and enrichment activities. Provide logistical support during school events involving the Food Laboratories. Perform other duties assigned by the School Leaders, Operations Manager, Food Lab Manager, or NFS Unit Coordinator. Requirements Qualifications Minimum Secondary School education or equivalent. Basic certification in Food Safety , Food Hygiene , or Food Preparation will be an advantage. Experience Minimum 2 years of relevant working experience in food preparation, culinary operations, food laboratory support, kitchen operations, catering, hospitality, or related fields. Experience in inventory or store management is preferred. Skills Knowledge of food preparation and food safety practices. Familiarity with kitchen equipment and food laboratory operations. Good organisational and housekeeping skills. Good communication skills in English. Able to work independently and as part of a team. Physically fit and able to handle manual tasks. Responsible, organised, and detail-oriented. Working Hours Monday to Friday 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Inclusive of 1-hour lunch break Extended hours may be required on certain days to support school programmes. Rest Days Saturdays Sundays Gazetted Public Holidays Service is generally not required during school holidays , except when requested for laboratory maintenance, stock-taking, or school activities. Skills Food Preparation Food Safety & Hygiene Kitchen Operations Inventory Management Store Management Housekeeping Equipment Maintenance Stock Control Cleaning Procedures Food Handling Communication Teamwork Time Management Organisation Customer Service Why Join Us? Work in a reputable MOE secondary school. Stable full-time contract with regular working hours. Support students' practical learning in Food & Nutrition. Opportunity to contribute to a safe, organised, and engaging learning environment.