Kitchen Assistant: Team Support, Light Hours, Benefits

Upper Crust Food Service; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Limited late nights

Holidays off

Paid vacations

401K with match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

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

This role requires teamwork, knowledge of cooking methods, strong interpersonal skills, and adherence to industry best practices.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a full-service restaurant as a prep/line cook.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Food safety handler/sanitation certification required or obtainable within 30 days.

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 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 with management via calls, emails, and texts

Skills

Teamwork

Cooking methods

Interpersonal skills

Best practices

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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

This role requires teamwork, knowledge of cooking methods, strong interpersonal skills, and adherence to industry best practices.