Kitchen Porter

Coma Coffee Roasters; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Handbook benefits

Job summary

Arzola's Fajitas + Margaritas is seeking a dependable Kitchen Porter to support our back-of-house team. You will help maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen while assisting with food prep and ensuring health and safety standards are met.

Responsibilities include cleaning, sanitizing surfaces, washing cookware, organizing storage, and supporting the culinary team during busy service periods. Join a hardworking kitchen committed to Legendary Hospitality.

Qualifications

• Team-oriented individual with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to stand and move for several hours during shifts.
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Calm, patient, and composed under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Delivering our promise of Legendary Hospitality through teamwork and support
• Cleaning and sanitizing kitchen work surfaces, including counters, walls, sinks, and equipment
• Sweeping and mopping floors throughout the shift to maintain cleanliness
• Washing cookware, utensils, plateware, and cutlery efficiently to keep service running smoothly
• Organizing and maintaining equipment and ingredient storage areas
• Rotating food products using proper FIFO (first-in, first-out) procedures
• Assisting with basic food preparation tasks such as peeling, chopping, and portioning
• Removing trash and maintaining overall kitchen cleanliness

Skills

Teamwork

Stamina

Independent work

Calm under pressure

Job description

Kitchen Porter – Back of House

Location: Arzola's Fajitas + Margaritas

Department: Kitchen

Reports To: Head Chef

About Arzola's Fajitas + Margaritas

At Arzola's Fajitas + Margaritas, our mission is to deliver Legendary Hospitality through fajitas and margaritas.

Our vision is to become the place guests can’t wait to share with friends and family. We consistently deliver a memorable experience built on Legendary Hospitality, delicious food and drinks, and a fun, neighborhood-focused atmosphere.

Our Values

• Positivity
• Teamwork
• Proactiveness
• Ownership

What We Believe

• We're in the people business, not the restaurant business
• A guest walking into our restaurant is like a guest walking into our home
• Legendary Hospitality is a team sport

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking dependable, team-oriented hospitality professionals who are driven to support our brand of Legendary Hospitality. If you take pride in maintaining a clean, organized kitchen and enjoy supporting a hardworking culinary team, this role is for you.

Kitchen Porter Responsibilities

As a Kitchen Porter at Arzola's, you are the backbone of the kitchen operation. You support the culinary team by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment while assisting with food preparation and ensuring health and safety standards are met.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering our promise of Legendary Hospitality through teamwork and support
• Cleaning and sanitizing kitchen work surfaces, including counters, walls, sinks, and equipment
• Sweeping and mopping floors throughout the shift to maintain cleanliness
• Washing cookware, utensils, plateware, and cutlery efficiently to keep service running smoothly
• Organizing and maintaining equipment and ingredient storage areas
• Rotating food products using proper FIFO (first-in, first-out) procedures
• Assisting with basic food preparation tasks such as peeling, chopping, and portioning
• Removing trash and maintaining overall kitchen cleanliness

Requirements & Qualifications

• Team-oriented individual with a strong work ethic and interest in kitchen operations
• Ability to stand and move for several hours during shifts
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced restaurant environment
• Calm, patient, and composed under pressure

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly Pay: Starting at $18/hour
• Benefits: As outlined in the Employee Handbook

Why Work at Arzola’s?

If you're looking to be part of a supportive kitchen team, take pride in maintaining high standards, and want to grow in a professional restaurant environment, Arzola's Fajitas + Margaritas is a great place to build your skills.