KITCHEN PREP

La Huerta Market; Tacoma (WA); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

La Huerta Market in Tacoma, WA is seeking a Kitchen Prep to assist in preparing ingredients and ensuring they are ready for the main cooks, while helping with packaging of select items. You will maintain cleanliness, follow safety protocols, and support the kitchen team during peak hours, holidays, and weekends, with opportunities to contribute to Mexican/Latin dishes.

Experience in a kitchen is preferred; a Food Workers Card is required; must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 30

Qualifications

• Food Workers Card is required.
• Reliable commute to work.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Physical ability to stand and lift up to 30 lbs.
• Flexible schedule around holidays and weekends.
• Previous kitchen experience preferred.
• Basic knife skills and knowledge of kitchen equipment and recipes.
• Mexican/Latin cuisine specialty is a plus.
• Good organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with high customer demand.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an active Food Workers Card.
• Follow safety regulations to ensure the well-being of others.
• Attend work with company uniform and tidy appearance.
• Cut, slice, peel, or prepare ingredients per recipe specs.
• Cook simple meals such as soups, stews, salsas or sides per guidance.
• Organize and stock ingredients, ensure expiry dates, proper labeling.
• Maintain a clean workstation following food safety regulations.
• Support cooks during high-demand periods.
• Ensure all products comply with food safety before serving.
• Assist cooks with new menu items or seasonal items when needed.
• Follow guidelines to prevent cross-contamination and manage temperatures.

Skills

Food Workers Card

Communication skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Flexible schedule

Job description

The Kitchen Prep position is responsible for assisting in the preparation of food, guaranteeing that the ingredients are ready and available in an efficient manner for the main cooks. They are also responsible for the preparation of some food to be packaged. They must uphold cleanliness standards, organization, and safety in t he kitchen.

Requirements

• Food Workers Card
• Have reliable commute to work
• Communicationskillsand teamwork
• Physical:Must be able to stand and move around during the day,liftand carry up to 30lbs
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, especially around holidays and weekends
• Previousexperience in the kitchen or in kitchen support positions are preferred
• Basic knowledge of knife techniques (cutting, slicing, dicing, etc.), kitchen supplies use (mixing, blending, preparation of food, etc.), and knowing how to work with recipes and portions
• Specialty in Mexican/Latin food
• Good organization skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment on days with high customer demand and in a dynamic environment
• Responsibilityandpunctuality

Responsibilities

• Maintaining an active Food Workers Card*
• Have a positive attitude towards safety, follow all health and safety regulations and/or policies to ensure the well-being of others and self
• Attend work with company provided uniform and have a tidy appearance
• Cut, slice, peel, or prepare ingredients per the recipe specifications
• Cook or prepare easy meals such as soups, stews, salsas, or side dishes per the instructions of the kitchen manager
• Organize and stock ingredients in an adequate way, guaranteeing that everythingcomplies withfood safety regulations. Ensure all fresh products are being used according to theirexpirationdate andmaintaineverything properly labeled.
• Maintain a clean workstation whilecomplying withthe foodsafety regulations (i.e.wearing gloves, washing utensils, etc.)
• Support the cooks with food preparation in times of high demand
• Ensure all productsare in compliance withthe food and safety regulations before they are served to customers
• Guaranteeing all ingredients and products uphold quality standards
• In some cases,assistcooks in preparing new menu items, recipes, or seasonal items
• Strictly follow the food and safety regulations/guidelines to avoid any cross contamination and the incorrect handling of food, checking temperatures to ensure all foods (raw and cooked) are up to the standards
• Completeadditionaltasks in the kitchen as needed