Kitchen Assistant

Silver Cliff Ranch; Nathrop (CO); Presencial; USD 18.000 - 25.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Shared housing

Three meals per day

Travel Bonus

End of Term Bonus

Descripción de la vacante

Silver Cliff Ranch is seeking a Kitchen Assistant for the seasonal period May 24, 2027 – August 6, 2027. The role includes hands-on meal prep, guest service, and strict cleanliness standards in a fast-paced dining environment.

Benefits include shared housing, three meals per day, and bonuses. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and be eligible to work in the United States.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• First Aid certification obtainable; training provided.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Responsabilidades

• Meal preparation and serving for guests and staff, with allergen care.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in kitchen and Dining Hall.
• Support campus turnover days and collaborative operations.

Conocimientos

Proactive Initiative

Grit & Resilience

Physical Capability

Communication

Teamwork

Safety Awareness

Compliance & Credentials

English (US)

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

It's a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the world!Term: May 24, 2027 – August 6, 2027Pay Rate: $15.60/hrStatus: SeasonalEducation: High school diploma or equivalent.Benefits: Shared housing and three meals/day provided; 3 days off most weeks; $500 Travel Bonus and $500 End of Term BonusWork experience: Previous experience in restaurant kitchens, coffee shops, bakeries, or other food service positions preferred.Essential Functions:The Kitchen Assistant plays a vital role in fueling the guest and staff experience at Silver Cliff Ranch. Working closely with the Head Cook and Assistant Cook, this position helps prepare, serve, and present high-quality meals while ensuring our kitchen and Dining Hall maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and efficiency.We are looking for a proactive, innovative team member with demonstrable grit. The ideal candidate brings energy to a fast-paced environment, takes initiative to solve challenges on the fly, continuously seeks better ways to streamline food operations, and pushes through busy meal shifts with enthusiasm.Core Responsibilities1. Culinary Support & Food ServiceMeal Preparation: Assist the culinary team with daily meal prep, including safe food handling, ingredient assembly, and recipe execution according to culinary standards.Guest Service: Support the seamless, friendly serving of three fresh meals daily for guests of all ages and dietary preferences.Quality & Allergen Care: Collaborate on presenting delicious, healthy, and allergen-friendly meal options.2. Sanitation & Dining Hall OperationsPost-Meal Clean Up: Maintain pristine hygiene standards across the kitchen and Dining Hall after every meal, including wiping down prep surfaces, clearing tables, and managing trash removal.Dishware & Equipment Care: Operate commercial dishwashing machinery and complete hand-washing for heavy cookware, utensils, and large prep items.Facility Maintenance: Keep Dining Hall guest restrooms clean, sanitary, and fully stocked throughout the day.3. Campus Collaboration & OperationsTurnaround Support: Work alongside the broader team during campus-wide turnaround days, ensuring facility spaces are deeply cleaned and prepared for incoming groups.Flexible Operations: Execute additional operational or culinary duties as assigned by the Head Cook or Executive Director.Key Performance DeliverablesConfidence & Integration: Complete a comprehensive weeklong orientation and training to master kitchen systems and build strong team synergy.High-Volume Excellence: Assist in successfully preparing and serving over 15,000 guest meals across the season.Exemplary Standards: Maintain a clean, highly organized, and efficient kitchen footprint every single day.Team Impact: Actively contribute to the successful completion of at least ten major campus turnaround clean-up days.Qualifications & Key CompetenciesCore Mindset & AttributesProactive Initiative: A self-starter who anticipates kitchen needs during peak meal rushes, jumps in without needing to be asked, and takes pride in an organized workspace.Resourceful Innovation: Willingness to bring creative ideas to meal presentation, workflow efficiency, and allergen-friendly menu alternatives.Grit & Resilience: High energy, physical endurance, and emotional composure under pressure to thrive in a fast-paced culinary and hospitality environment.Practical & Technical SkillsPhysical Capability: Ability to stand for extended periods and comfortably lift and carry up to 50 lbs (unloading food trucks, stocking supplies, and moving heavy cookware).Communication & Teamwork: Strong verbal communication, basic arithmetic skills, and a collaborative, positive attitude working with diverse staff and guest groups.Safety Awareness: Visual and auditory alertness to maintain a safe working environment and assist with First Aid/emergencies if certified.Compliance & CredentialsMaintain the highest standards of personal hygiene, food safety, and professional ethics.Ability to obtain First Aid certification (training provided/supported).Successful completion of pre-employment/biennial background checks and drug screenings.Proof of legal authorization to work in the United States.English (United States)If you like to work with people that believe they can make a difference in the world, this is the company for you!EEO StatementIn accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable federal and state laws (e.g., the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all employees equally regardless of race, religion, national origin, color, sex, or any other classification made unlawful or prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws, such as age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, or disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.#LI-Other#LI-Entry Level#LI-Part-time