Assistant Kitchen Manager

XO Taco; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

XO Taco is seeking an Assistant Kitchen Manager to enhance our kitchen operations. This role involves assisting with ingredient preparation, maintaining hygiene standards, and coaching new team members. If you have experience in kitchen environments and a passion for food safety, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Proven experience in kitchens.
• Knowledge of food health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of ingredients and cleaning.
• Organize and properly store food supplies.
• Coach and motivate new hires to maintain kitchen standards.

Skills

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Time management

Job description

XO Taco is looking to hire an Assistant Kitchen Manager to assist with ingredient preparation and cooking procedures.

Kitchen Assistant Responsibilities:

• Assisting the Kitchen Manager with the preparation of ingredients, which includes washing, cleaning, peeling, cutting, and chopping fruit, vegetables, poultry, and meat.
• Assisting with the unloading of delivered food supplies.
• Organizing and correctly storing food supplies.
• Promptly transferring meal ingredients from storage areas to the kitchen as per the Kitchen Managers' instructions.
• Properly cleaning and sanitizing all food preparation areas according to established standards of hygiene.
• Washing and appropriately storing all cooking appliances, instruments, utensils, cutting boards, and dishes.
• Coaching, motivating, and mentoring new hires to maintain brand standards and best practices for the kitchen.

Kitchen Assistant Requirements:

• Proven experience in kitchens.
• Knowledge of food health and safety regulations.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• The ability to work in and coach a team.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication skills.