Garden / Kitchen Assistant

Point Reyes Cheese Co; California; On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Company is seeking a Garden / Kitchen Assistant to join a hybrid role supporting both our culinary garden and The Fork, our culinary center in Point Reyes Station. You will work with the Gardener, Sous Chef, and Culinary Director to help grow ingredients and transform them into exceptional food celebrating Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese.

Responsibilities span garden maintenance, planting, pruning, and harvesting, as well as assisting in food prep, storage, and

Qualifications

• Experience using garden hand tools and basic kitchen equipment.
• Ability to work in both garden and kitchen environments.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Strong communication and teamwork in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with garden maintenance including harvesting, pruning, weeding, mulching, and watering.
• Operate groundskeeping tools safely and efficiently.
• Support soil knowledge and planting, transplanting, and invasive species removal.
• Perform food preparation as assigned and keep a clean, safe workspace.
• Assist with food storage organization and inventory to minimize waste.
• Collaborate across kitchen tasks to keep the team moving forward.

Skills

Hand Tool Proficiency

Time Management

Communication Skills

Stress Tolerance

Flexibility

Self-Starter

Team Player

Detail-Oriented

Positive Professionalism

Job description

Description

Position Summary

The Garden / Kitchen Assistant is a hybrid role that supports both our culinary garden and The Fork, our culinary center, located in Point Reyes Station. Working alongside the Gardener, Sous Chef, and Executive Chef/Culinary Director, this position contributes to the full farm-to-table experience - from maintaining the landscapes that grow our ingredients to supporting the kitchen that transforms them into exceptional food celebrating the best of Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese.

Essential Functions

GARDEN

• Assist with general garden and landscape maintenance including harvesting, pruning, weeding, mulching, hand watering, and general clean-up
• Safely operate groundskeeping and landscaping tools, such as clippers and pruners
• Maintain knowledge of best practices, including planting, growing techniques, and soil management
• Assist with planting new flora, transplanting existing plants, and removing invasive or unhealthy vegetation

KITCHEN

• Performs food preparation as assigned and scheduled by the Sous Chef or Executive Chef/Culinary Director.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized workspace while upholding food safety standards at all times.
• Assists with the organization of all food storage areas to keep the kitchen running efficiently.
• Supports the rotation and management of existing food inventory to minimize waste.
• Works collaboratively across all kitchen tasks, lending a hand wherever it’s needed to keep the team moving forward.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Hand Tool Proficiency. Skilled in using garden hand tools such as pruners, shovels, rakes, and shears, as well as standard kitchen equipment
• Time Management. Ability to prioritize and complete tasks efficiently within shift hours.
• Communication Skills. Clear, professional communication with department staff and leadership.
• Stress Tolerance. Ability to remain calm and focused during high-stress periods.
• Flexibility. Willingness to adapt to changing priorities across kitchen and garden.
• Self-Starter. Takes initiative and works independently, when needed.
• Team Player. Collaborates effectively with all members of the culinary and garden teams.
• Detail-Oriented. Maintains precision and attention to quality in all tasks.
• Positive Professionalism. Maintains a positive and professional working relationship with staff and visitors at all times

Requirements

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This is a physically active position requiring frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, grasping, and repetitive motions. Must be able to remain on their feet for extended periods. Must be able to regularly lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds. Adequate visual acuity and hearing are required. Must be able to climb, reach, walk, kneel, bend, and perform repetitive motions.

Schedule

This benefitted position is M-F, 9AM – 4PM. Schedules are subject to change with advance notice to accommodate special events and operational demands, which may include evenings or weekends.

Our Values

At Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Company, we treat each other with respect, work hard together, and celebrate our shared successes. We’re proud of what we create and the people who make it happen.

EEO Statement

The law makes it illegal to discriminate against someone on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, or sex. The law also makes it illegal to retaliate against a person because the person complained about discrimination, filed a charge of discrimination, or participated in an employment discrimination