Assistant Chef

Maido; Ardmore (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

Inclusive meals

Uniform

Job summary

Maido in Ardmore, Alabama is seeking an Assistant Chef to join their restaurant team. Responsibilities include ensuring dishes are well-cooked and presented, preparing ingredients, and maintaining cleanliness. The ideal candidate should have prior kitchen experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure. This role requires dedication and a polite attitude, with the potential for varied hours, including weekends.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a kitchen environment is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure is required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure dishes are well-cooked and presented attractively.
• Prepare cooking ingredients for the restaurant.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the workplace.
• Serve food and respond politely to customer inquiries.

Skills

Prior experience in an assistant-chef establishment

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Highly developed interpersonal skills

High level of stamina

Ability to work well under pressure

Dedication to on-time arrival for shifts

Availability to work a variety of hours

Polite and hospitable attitude

Job description

Ardmore, United States | Posted on 04/29/2026

Provides assistant as a member of the Restaurant Team to include making food, cleaning, counter service, sanitation, and stocking of products. All MAIDO jobs require ensuring a positive company image by providing excellent and memorable customer service. All positions must be prepared and able to perform the duties inherent in other Team Member job descriptions.

Assistant Chefjob duties and responsibilities

• Ensure that all dishes are cooked well and presented in an aesthetic pleasing way
• Prepare cooking ingredients for restaurant and deli
• Maintain high standards on product freshness and hygiene
• Maintain the workplace and back storage to be clean, safe and organized
• Take orders and explain the food menu
• Serve orders and take dishes away
• Prepare special orders and requestsPlace “Made on date stickers” on products and maintain the ingredient quality
• Greet customers and respond to their inquiries courteously
• Perform other kitchen duties as assigned

Requirements

Physical Demand

• Lift goods up to 20 LB

Assistant Chef job skills and qualifications

• Prior experience in an assistant-chef establishment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Highly developed interpersonal skills
• High level of stamina to work on feet for extended periods
• Ability to work well under intense time pressure
• Dedication to on-time arrival for shifts
• Available to work a variety of hours, days, and shifts, including weekends
• Ability to transport food safely or beverages to a table of three in a single trip
• Polite and hospitable attitude

Nice to have...

• Basic proficiency in Japanese
• Familiarity in Japanese food
• Employee Discount
• Inclusive meals
• Uniform

At MAIDO!, we provide equal opportunity for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.