Kitchen Porter: Clean Kitchen & Stock Support

GK Brands NY,NJ and FL; Teaneck Township (NJ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

GK Brands NY,NJ and FL is seeking a Porter to maintain clean, sanitary, and organized restaurant facilities. You will support safe kitchen operations, cleaning, stock handling, and basic food preparation as directed by the Restaurant Manager and Kitchen Manager.

The role emphasizes following safety instructions, handling chemicals properly, and reporting any sanitation concerns. You will work in a fast-paced environment, assisting with produce prep and stock rotation while maintaining hygiene

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English sufficiently to follow safety instructions, product labels and work directions.
• Required hiring credentials: a current Food Handler permit or card accepted for the assigned restaurant location and current ServSafe Food Handler certification.
• Ability to learn cleaning, sanitation, food handling and stock storage procedures.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, work surfaces and assigned restaurant areas using the approved schedule and methods.
• Wash, rinse, sanitize and store dishes and utensils correctly; report damaged items or equipment faults.
• Clean restrooms, dining areas, floors and area around the restaurant; replenish hygiene supplies and respond promptly to spills.
• Remove waste to designated areas; keep waste containers clean and report signs of pests, leaks or other sanitation concerns.
• Use cleaning products at approved concentrations and follow label instructions; store chemicals separately from food and food contact items.
• Keep walkways clear, identify wet floors and follow handwashing and cross contamination prevention procedures.
• Assist with washing and preparing produce and vegetables, and with mixing or blending ingredients as instructed.
• Put away deliveries and retrieve stock according to procedures; keep food off the floor and in storage areas.
• Complete cleaning records and provide a handover of unfinished work or maintenance concerns.

Skills

English fluency

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Food Handler permit or ServSafe certification

Job description

GK Brands NY,NJ and FL is seeking a Porter to maintain clean, sanitary, and organized restaurant facilities. You will support safe kitchen operations, cleaning, stock handling, and basic food preparation as directed by the Restaurant Manager and Kitchen Manager.

The role emphasizes following safety instructions, handling chemicals properly, and reporting any sanitation concerns. You will work in a fast-paced environment, assisting with produce prep and stock rotation while maintaining hygiene