Kitchen Assistant

About the role

The Kitchen Assistant performs cleaning, washing, and preparation duties to support kitchen operations. This position assists cooks and kitchen supervisors to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly and efficiently while complying with all food health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the kitchen complies with all food health and safety regulations.
• Clean and wash the full kitchen area, including refrigerators, freezers, and storage rooms.
• Sanitize all food preparation areas according to established standards.
• Wash and appropriately store all cooking appliances, instruments, utensils, cutting boards, and dishes.
• Sweep and mop kitchen floors and wipe down kitchen walls.
• Unload, organize, and store food supplies.
• Transfer meal ingredients from storage areas to the kitchen per instructions.
• Wash, clean, peel, cut, chop, and otherwise prepare ingredients as needed.
• Remove garbage and wash garbage cans.
• Record and report notable food waste from customer leftovers.
• Complete all tasks in a timely and thorough manner.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Some experience working in kitchens and a food handler’s license preferred.
• Sound knowledge of food health and safety regulations.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Willingness and ability to work flexible shifts, including evenings and weekends.