Kitchen Assistant: Fresh Prep, Clean Kitchen, Benefits

Upper Crust Food Service, LLC; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Very few late nights and weekend hours

Time off for most holidays

Paid vacations

A competitive 401K with company match

Health, dental, vision, and pet保险

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service, LLC is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the culinary team, prep and execute food, and uphold a clean, sanitary kitchen in a fast-paced environment serving Greek life nationwide. You will work under the Head Chef and Sous Chef, stock supplies, assist with deliveries, and maintain a positive, professional attitude with coworkers and customers.

The position emphasizes teamwork with minimal late nights, holiday time off, and benefits; 2+ years in a full-service

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a full-service restaurant as a prep/line cook.
• Must pass a background check.
• Food safety handler and sanitation certification per state/local regs or obtainable within 30 days.
• High school or vocational kitchen basics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food as directed by Head Chef and 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

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work under pressure

Food safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma or vocational training

Food safety handler certification

Sanitation certification

Job description

Upper Crust Food Service, LLC is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the culinary team, prep and execute food, and uphold a clean, sanitary kitchen in a fast-paced environment serving Greek life nationwide. You will work under the Head Chef and Sous Chef, stock supplies, assist with deliveries, and maintain a positive, professional attitude with coworkers and customers.

The position emphasizes teamwork with minimal late nights, holiday time off, and benefits; 2+ years in a full-service