Kitchen Assistant $16.00/hr

The St. Joe Company; Rosemary Beach (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to maintain cleanliness and assist in food preparation. The role requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Candidates should have some experience in kitchen operations and be able to lift up to 50lbs. Join a dynamic team and contribute to delivering excellent service to guests.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen or stewarding preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in basic English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and sanitizing food preparation areas.
• Assisting the Cook with meal ingredient preparation.
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Sufficient education

Job description

St. Joe Company | Rosemary Beach , FL 32461

Job Summary: The role of Kitchen Assistant is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and operations of the dishwashing while ensuring the compliance with all company and department policies.

Job Responsibilities

Properly cleaning and sanitizing all food preparation areas according to established standards of hygiene

Washing and appropriately storing all cooking appliances, instruments, utensils, cutting boards, and dishes

Assisting the Cook with the preparation of meal ingredients, which includes washing, cleaning, peeling, cutting, and chopping fruit, vegetables, poultry, and meat

Sweeping and mopping the kitchen floors as well as wiping down kitchen walls

Assisting with the unloading of delivered food supplies

Organizing and correctly storing food supplies

Promptly transferring meal ingredients from storage areas to the kitchen as per the Cook's instructions

Performing a weekly deep clean to ensure cleanliness and sanitization of area

Removing and disposing trash

Maintain a clean and organized cooler with proper labeling methods for its contents

All other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

Sufficient education and literacy needed to identify and read product labels and to communicate with guests about job-related needs

Experience in kitchen or stewarding preferred

Proven experience assisting in kitchens preferred but not required

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Ability to read, write, speak, and communicate in basic English preferred

Detail-oriented and thorough

Ability to remain discreet and respect the privacy of guests

Ability to perform consistent work to the highest of standards

Ability to interact with guests in a pleasant, friendly way

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Knowledge of food and health safety regulations

Ability to follow food and health safety regulations properly and diligently

Knowledge of basic kitchen operations

Ability to solve problems independently

Ability to handle several tasks simultaneously

Ability to use key kitchen equipment, e.g. stove tops, meat slicers etc.

Ability to be frequently standing, bending, kneeling, stooping

Must be able to lift 50lbs

Physical Demands

Must be able to lift 50lbs

Must be able to frequently chop, dice, peel, slice

Working Conditions

Exposure to a fast-paced kitchen environment

Exposure to a very noisy environment

Exposure to high kitchen temperatures

Exposure to sharp and dangerous tools/equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not an exclusive list of all duties and responsibilities. St. Joe Hospitality reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs.