Kitchen Assistant — Fresh Food & Great Benefits

Upper-Crust-Food-Service; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Very few late nights

Time off for most holidays

Paid vacations

401K with company match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service in Champaign, IL is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the culinary team by preparing and executing food under the Head Chef and Sous Chef. You’ll maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen, stock supplies, and help with deliveries while fostering a positive atmosphere with coworkers and customers.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safe food handling, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment on campus dining programs nationwide.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a full-service restaurant as a prep/line cook.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Have a valid food safety handler and sanitation certification in accordance with state and local regulations or obtain one within 30 days of employment.
• High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics such as food safety, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food as directed by Head Chef and/or Sous Chef.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining room.
• Wash kitchen utensils, equipment and dishes.
• Stock supplies, such as food or utensils, in serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, or salad bars.
• Assist in unloading and putting away deliveries.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude with coworkers and customers.
• Communicate regularly with management via calls, emails, and texts.

Skills

Teamwork

Cooking methods

Interpersonal skills

Industry best practices

Education

High school or vocational training

Job description

Upper Crust Food Service in Champaign, IL is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the culinary team by preparing and executing food under the Head Chef and Sous Chef. You’ll maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen, stock supplies, and help with deliveries while fostering a positive atmosphere with coworkers and customers.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safe food handling, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment on campus dining programs nationwide.