Kitchen Associate - Store #147 - NEW STORE OPENING SOON!

Parker Management; South Carolina; On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A food services company in Okatie, SC is seeking a Kitchen Associate to support kitchen operations by providing exceptional customer service while handling food and beverage preparation. The role requires at least 16 years of age and reliable transportation. Job responsibilities include interacting respectfully with customers, maintaining food safety procedures, and assisting in stocking supplies. Ideal candidates should thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment that may include extended periods of standing and handling heavy items.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age upon hire date.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Interact with customers and employees in a respectful and courteous manner.
• Ensure safe food handling procedures are maintained at all times.
• Assist with receiving and storing food and supplies.

Skills

Customer Service

Food Safety Handling

Team Collaboration

Job description

Job Category : Food Services

Requisition Number : KITCH002644

• Posted : February 24, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Okatie, SC 29909, USA

Description

As a Kitchen Associate at Parker’s Kitchen, you will support the kitchen operations team by providing exceptional customer service while handling food and beverage preparation, along with general kitchen housekeeping duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Customer Service:

• Interact with customers and employees in a respectful, courteous manner, fostering a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.
• Speak honestly and act with integrity, upholding company values at all times.
• Work closely with other kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation and service.
• Promptly communicate any inventory or equipment issues to supervisors promptly.
• Assist with receiving and storing food and supplies.

Food Safety and Sanitation:

• Ensure safe food handling procedures are maintained at all times.
• Prepare all made to order food and/or beverages according to recipe or customer specifications.
• Stock food and beverage areas with products and supplies to ensure in stock conditions at all times.
• Complete cleanliness tasks to ensure all food and beverage service areas are free of any residue, debris and spills.
• Adhere to the Safety and Health Policy to maintain a safe and compliant environment.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be at least 16 years of age upon hire date.
• Must have reliable transportation.

PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS:

• Ability to stand for extended periods, ranging from 8 to 10 hours.
• Ability to push or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to multitask, perform repeated bending, standing and reaching, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working in environments with wet floors, temperature fluctuations, and loud noise levels.

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