Kitchen Assistant (Sur La Table)

Sur La Table Inc.; Westlake (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary retail space seeks a passionate Kitchen Assistant to inspire customers on their culinary journey. This role involves providing exceptional customer service, assisting with food preparation, and supporting cooking classes. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, a love for cooking, and the ability to work in a dynamic team environment. Join a vibrant team where your contributions will enhance the customer experience and promote a love for cooking. If you thrive in a cooking-obsessed environment and enjoy sharing your passion for food, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous employee discount

401K benefits

Cooking-obsessed environment

Great co-workers

Qualifications

• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.
• Experience in retail sales or food prep is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding customer service and create a memorable experience.
• Assist with food prep, class setup, and cleaning duties.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork Skills

Food Preparation

Customer Service

Ability to Lift 35lbs

Flexible Schedule

Education

Valid Food Handlers Certification

Retail Sales Experience

Job description

With over 50 stores and the largest avocational cooking program in the US, Sur La Table offers an unsurpassed selection of exclusive and premium-quality goods for the kitchen and table – and the culinary expertise and inspiration to go along with it. Whether the job entails interacting with our customers, driving digital growth, or providing vital behind-the-scenes support, we’re all here for the same reason – to roll up our sleeves and create happiness through cooking and sharing good food.

The Kitchen Assistant contributes to the success of a Sur La Table store by inspiring customers on all points of their culinary journey. The Kitchen Assistant blends a passion for cooking and entertaining to support the Resident Chef in driving business results. The Kitchen Assistant reports to the Resident Chef.

About the Job: What You’ll Do

1. Provide outstanding customer service at all times – create an experience that people will love.
2. Food prep and class setup; may assist with shopping for ingredients.
3. Wash dishes and clean kitchen before, during, and after cooking classes.
4. Assist instructor as needed during classes; look for opportunities to help.
5. Contribute to store goals through product knowledge and sales.
6. May handle alcohol.
7. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: What You’ll Need

1. Strong communication and teamwork skills.
2. Ability to lift and move merchandise and/or kitchen equipment up to 35lbs.
3. Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
4. Ability to chop, whisk, slice, stir, and use kitchen equipment.
5. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.
6. Ability to work 3 days per week minimum.
7. Valid Food Handlers and/or Food Manager Certification.
8. 1 year retail sales and/or food prep and kitchen operations experience preferred.
9. Must be at least 18 years old.

The Benefits: What You’ll Get

1. Cooking-obsessed environment like no other retail job out there!
2. Generous employee discount on product and cooking classes.
3. Great co-workers.
4. 401K + other benefits.

Sur La Table Core Competencies: Our Shared Approach

1. Focus on the Customer: You inspire and delight your customers.
2. Be Genuine: Your communication style is respectful, effective and sincere.
3. Make the Right Call: You effectively blend knowledge, experience, wisdom and decisive action.
4. Take Ownership: You are committed, responsible and provide solutions.
5. Achieve Results: You meet and exceed goals and expectations.

This job description represents a summary of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, may be part of the job. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Sur La Table has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.