Kitchen Assistant

Equity LifeStyle Properties; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Equity LifeStyle Properties in Daytona Beach, FL is hiring for a Kitchen Assistant to support daily kitchen operations, including cleaning, washing and basic food preparation under supervision.

The role requires the ability to stand for extended periods, flexibility to work evenings and weekends, and a solid understanding of food health and safety regulations. Some kitchen experience and a food handler’s license are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Some kitchen experience and a food handler’s license preferred.
• S solid knowledge of food health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Clean, wash and prepare kitchen areas and equipment to support operations.
• Assist cooks and supervisors to maintain smooth, compliant kitchen workflows.
• Ensure all food safety regulations are followed and documented.
• Clean refrigerators, freezers and storage areas; sanitize preparation spaces.
• Store and label ingredients, unload and organize food supplies.
• Report notable food waste and complete tasks promptly.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Time management

Teamwork

Stamina

Flexible shifts

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Food handler’s license

Kitchen equipment handling

Job description

With a culture of recognition and reputation for excellence, ELS is the ideal organization in which to develop a long and successful career! ELS is hiring for the position of Kitchen Assistant in Daytona Beach, Florida.

What you’ll do:

• The Kitchen Assistant performs cleaning, washing and preparation duties as required to support kitchen operations.
• This position assists cooks and kitchen supervisors to ensure that the kitchen is run in a smooth and efficient manner and complies with all food health and safety regulations.
• Ensure that the kitchen complies with all food health and safety regulations.
• Clean and wash the full kitchen area, including refrigerators, freezers and storage rooms.
• Sanitize all food preparation areas according to established standards.
• Wash and appropriately store all cooking appliances, instruments, utensils, cutting boards and dishes.
• Sweep and mop kitchen floors and wipe down kitchen walls.
• Unload, organize and store food supplies.
• Transfer meal ingredients for storage areas to the kitchen per instructions.
• Wash, clean, peel, cut, chop and otherwise prepare ingredients as needed.
• Remove garbage and wash garbage cans.
• Record and report notable food waste as seen from customer leftovers.
• Complete all tasks in a timely and thorough manner.

Experience & skills you’ll need:

• High school diploma, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Some experience working in kitchens and a food handler’s license preferred.
• Sound knowledge of food health and safety regulations.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Willingness and ability to work flexible shifts, which may include evenings and weekends.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and thank all applicants.

Equity LifeStyle Properties (NYSE: ELS) is the leading operator of Manufactured Home Communities, RV Resorts and Campgrounds in North America. Our appealing properties, located in the most desirable regions of the country, offer a variety of homes and camping options to meet a wide range of customers' needs. ELS has a strong national presence with more than 400 communities and resorts in 32 states and British Columbia and a team of more than 4000 employees.