KITCHEN PREP — FULL TIME

The Kitchen; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kitchen in Columbus, OH is seeking a Lead for food preparation supporting The Kitchen and The Studio. You will follow prep lists, timelines, and uphold brand standards while ensuring safe food handling and sanitation.

The ideal candidate has 1-2 years in catering or restaurant prep, strong food knowledge, attention to detail, and reliable time management. The role offers 10-20 hours per week with openings to fit events and shifts. résumé to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a similar catering or restaurant food preparation role.
• Wide base of food knowledge, food safety, products and techniques.
• Exceptional verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
• Excellent time management and work ethic with flexible availability.
• Ability to uphold The Kitchen’s values and culture.
• Active ServSafe Food Safety Certifications (or willingness to obtain)

Responsibilities

• Follow prep lists and timelines to prepare food.
• Uphold brand standards and ensure safe food handling and sanitation protocols.
• Assist with recipe preparation, execution, and management.
• Minimize food waste and manage portioning.
• Handle opening and closing duties as required.

Skills

Food preparation

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Job description

The Kitchen Lead will be responsible for the processes of the preparation of food for The Kitchen and The Studio. The position scope includes adhering to prep list details & timelines, upholding brand standards, safe food handling and sanitation protocols, recipe preparation, execution, and management, minimizing food waste, and opening/closing responsibilities.

The ideal candidate possesses the following qualities such as:

1-2 years of experience in a similar catering or restaurant food preparation role

Wide base of food knowledge, food safety, products and techniques

Exceptional verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational skills

Excellent time management and work ethic with flexible availability

Ability to uphold The Kitchen’s values and culture

Active ServSafe Food Safety Certifications (or willingness to obtain)

Required hours: 10-20 hours/week

For the full job description and to apply, send your résumé to [e-mail]