Kitchen Assistant

Ember Korean BBQ; Elk Grove (CA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Ember Korean BBQ in Elk Grove is seeking a Kitchen Assistant focused mainly on meat butchery and supporting all back of house roles. The role involves operating the passthrough window for meat deliveries, assisting in various kitchen functions, and maintaining a clean work environment. Candidates must have excellent communication skills, be flexible under pressure, and possess a valid ServSafe Food Handler’s Certificate. Pay ranges from $19.00/hr to $24.00/hr plus tips for this essential kitchen position.

Qualifications

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Aptitude to adjust to business needs during peak hours.
• Punctual, neat, and detail-oriented work habits.

Responsibilities

• Operate the passthrough window for delivering meat.
• Support various back of house roles as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all areas.

Skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Friendly and outgoing attitude

Ability to multitask

Good judgment

Flexibility

Education

Valid ServSafe Food Handler’s Certificate

Job description

Job Description:

• The Kitchen Assistant is focused on meat butchery but will also help to support all back of house roles and to ensure a seamless and efficient operation.
• They will be flexing between different responsibilities to help fill in where the need is greatest.
• Since meat is the main star of the show, the Kitchen Assistant is essential to a quality dining experience.

Kitchen Assistant is to help all roles within the back of house. The primary focus is the meat line at the pass-through window and fulfilling orders. They are to shift their job based on business needs. They can assist the line cook, pantry, and meat butchery. Kitchen Assistants must keep all areas clean and maintained. Essential Functions:

• Operating the passthrough window for delivering meat.
• Support the line cook, pantry, and meat butchery areas as needed.
• Meat butchery is the primary focus.
• Assist with receiving food shipments Keep all areas clean and maintained The ability to adjust to business needs and display a sense or urgency during peak hours.

Perform additional duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications:

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills Possesses a friendly, outgoing, positive and enthusiastic attitude Ability to be professional and courteous with their teammates Able to exercise good judgment while working both independently and collaboratively; works well in a team environment Ability to multitask and be aware of which parts of the business need the most assistance, and transition between roles seamlessly and efficiently Able to work in a noisy and sometimes chaotic environment and be flexible under a variety of circumstances Punctual, neat and accurate in work habits; precise and detail-oriented Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays and extended schedules during peak periods Valid ServSafe Food Handler’s Certificate Physical Demands Able to move from place to place which may include standing and/or walking for extended periods of time Lift and carry 50 lbs short distances Dress Code: Non-slip shoes, hair net. Pay Range: $19.00/hr to $24.00/hr + Tips Ember Korean BBQ is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, inclusion and respect.
• We welcome and strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
• This job description is not intended to cover every single requirement of the job.
• Ember Korean BBQ reserves the right to change job duties at any time.