Kitchen Associate

FriendShip - New Haven 99; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

FriendShip is hiring a Kitchen Associate in New Haven, CT. You will prepare, cook, and serve food items following recipes and presentation standards, while keeping a clean and safe kitchen.

This hands-on role emphasizes teamwork, customer interaction, and staying active during shifts. Weekly pay, flexible hours, and opportunities for promotions and bonuses accompany a value-driven culture where every employee is an owner.

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced retail or customer-facing environments is preferred.
• Strong basic math and reading proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve food items according to established recipes and presentation standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment.
• Assist guests and work with the team to create positive customer experiences.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Hourly Pay starting at $14.00! 1st 2 years base increases every 90 days

Weekly Pay | Flexible Hours | Promotions | Bonuses | Benefits

Why Work at FriendShip?

Want a career with room for growth where you can make money, gain experience, and actually have a stake in the company's success? At FriendShip, every employee is an owner. We're all about teamwork, growth, and creating opportunities for people who want to work hard, have fun, and build something meaningful together.

As a FriendShip Kitchen Associate, you'll be at the center of the action, helping create great experiences for customers every day. Whether you're preparing and serving fresh food, connecting with guests, or working alongside an awesome team, no two shifts are exactly the same. In this hands‑on role, you'll prepare, cook, and serve food items according to established recipes and presentation standards while maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment. This is a great opportunity to build valuable customer service, food preparation, and teamwork skills, stay active throughout your shift, and make a real impact. If you enjoy a fast-paced environment, meeting new people, and being part of a team that supports each other, FriendShip is the place for you!

We’re looking for friendly, dependable people who love working with others that want to be a part of creating great customer experiences. People who bring positive energy, put safety first, thrive in a fast‑paced environment, and enjoy being part of a team. If you're eager to learn, ready to grow, and take pride in a job well done, you'll feel right at home at FriendShip!

Skills & Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Experience working in a fast‑paced retail or customer‑facing environment
• Availability to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Basic math and reading proficiency with strong attention to detail

Preferred

• Experience in retail, convenience, customer‑facing roles, or quick‑service restaurants
• Familiarity with food preparation or food‑safety procedures

Requirements

Physical Demands and Environmental Condition

Frequent

• Walking, standing, bending, stooping, climbing, squatting
• Lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.
• Pushing/pulling
• Reaching, grasping, and using hands for extended periods
• Speaking with guests, vendors, and team members
• Exposure to hot and cold temperatures
• Exposure to outdoor weather (emptying trash, handling deliveries, clearing walkways of snow, etc.)
• Working in general store conditions (noise, aromas, refrigerated areas)

Occasional

• Extended cleaning tasks
• Occasional ladder use
• Periods of higher physical exertion during deliveries or peak business time