Kitchen Assistant

99 Ranch Market; Chino Hills (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Employee Discount

401(k) Plan with match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

99 Ranch Market is hiring a Kitchen Assistant in Chino Hills, CA to support grill and kitchen prep tasks. The role involves ingredient prep, portioning, basic cooking, and ensuring food quality and presentation. You will follow recipes, maintain cleanliness, and assist with dishwashing as needed.

Experience in a kitchen is preferred; a Food Handler certificate is required before starting. This on-site role offers full/part-time shifts with competitive hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior kitchen or food prep experience preferred; culinary training may substitute.
• Mandatory Food Handler certificate before starting.
• Strong knife and prep skills; ability to follow recipes and SOPs.
• Proven multitasking and ability to stay organized during rush hours.
• Excellent communication and reliability; able to follow chef instructions.

Responsibilities

• Support kitchen production activities including ingredient prep, portioning, packing, assembly and basic cooking.
• Wash, cut, portion and prepare fresh ingredients for kitchen tasks.
• Weigh and portion ingredients to meet standard sizes and taste expectations.
• Monitor ingredient quality and ensure visually appealing, cooked products.
• Maintain cleanliness of grill, prep tables, floors and utensils; assist with dishwashing.
• Follow health regulations for proper handling and storage; control temperatures where required.
• Assist with stock organization, FIFO and minimizing food waste during prep and cooking.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Food safety knowledge

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Kitchen Assistant

99 Ranch Market is one of the largest Asian supermarket chains in the United States. We have store locations in California, Nevada, Texas, Washington, Oregon, Maryland, Massachusetts, Virginia, New Jersey and more to come! We are passionate and honored to be shaping the Asian Supermarket culture within the grocery industry. As 99 Ranch Market expends, we have new positions open. We welcome new members to grow alongside with the family.

Summary

(Focus: Grill Cooking, Beef Roll Assembly, and General Kitchen Prep)

Responsibilities

• Production Support: Support assigned kitchen production activities, including ingredient preparation, portioning, packing, assembly, and basic cooking tasks as needed.
• Ingredient Preparation: Wash, peel, chop, cut, portion, and prepare fresh vegetables, meats, and other ingredients for assigned kitchen production activities.
• Recipe & Portion Control: Accurately weigh and portion out ingredients to ensure consistent taste, quality, and precise portion sizes for every order.
• Food Quality & Presentation: Monitor the quality of ingredients and ensure every finished product is visually appealing and cooked to perfection.
• Production Support:
• Kitchen Cleaning & Dishwashing: Keep the grill station, prep tables, floors, and utensils clean and sanitized throughout the shift. Assist with general dishwashing as needed.
• Food Safety & Sanitation: Strictly follow all health department regulations, ensuring proper food handling, storage, and temperature controls (especially at the hot station).
• Inventory & Waste Control: Assist with organizing stock, practicing proper stock rotation (FIFO), and actively minimizing food waste during both prep and cooking.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
• Experience: Prior kitchen or food preparation experience is preferred; basic cooking experience is a plus. Formal culinary school education or training may be accepted in lieu of professional kitchen experience.
• Mandatory Certification: A valid Food Preparation Certificate / Food Handler Certificate is strictly required prior to starting.
• Knife & Cooking Skills: Basic knife and food preparation skills, with the ability and willingness to learn assigned cooking tasks and follow established recipes and SOPs.
• Pace & Adaptability: Proven ability to multitask, stay organized, and maintain high performance during busy rush hours.
• Attention to Detail: A keen eye for portion accuracy, order accuracy, and food presentation.
• Teamwork & Reliability: Excellent communication skills, consistent punctuality, and the ability to follow instructions closely from the head chefs.
• Food Quality & Consistency: Follow established recipes, portion standards, and production procedures to support consistent product quality and presentation.
• Speed & Efficiency: Complete assigned preparation and production tasks efficiently while maintaining quality, food safety, and accuracy.
• Preparation Accuracy: Cutting and portioning ingredients exactly to recipe specifications.
• Sanitation & Cleanliness: Maintaining a spotless and safe workspace, passing all internal and external health inspections.
• Waste Control: Keeping food waste to a minimum through careful prep and portioning.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Working Conditions

• This job is performed in a production environment that may have exposure to heat, noise, and other environmental factors associated with food production.

Position Details

• Employment Type: Full-Time & Part-Time.
• Facility Location:
  • 2959 Chino Ave.Chino Hills, CA 91709.
  • Other nearby 99 Ranch locations.
• Schedules:
  • Standard Shifts: 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
  • 2nd Shift: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Saving Plan with 4% Company Match.
• Long-Term Services Award.
• Employee Discount.
• Paid Time Off.

Compensation

The pay rate for this job is $17-21 per hour. This is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) the responsibilities of the job, your education, skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Disclaimer

Tawa Group dba 99 Ranch Market, is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.