Kitchen Prep & Sanitation Champion

Upper Crust Food Service; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service in Manhattan, KS, is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to keep the back of house running. You’ll prep as directed, maintain cleanliness, stock stations, and support the Head Chef and Sous Chef.

Must have 2+ years in a full-service restaurant as a prep or line cook preferred; food safety certification or ability to obtain within 30 days; able to stand long hours and lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a full-service restaurant as a prep or line cook preferred
• Food safety handler and sanitation certification or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment
• Working knowledge of cooking methods, ingredients, and kitchen equipment
• Must be able to pass a background check
• High school or vocational coursework in kitchen basics, such as food safety, preferred

Responsibilities

• Prep food as directed by the Head Chef and/or Sous Chef
• Keep the kitchen and dining room clean and sanitary
• Wash utensils, equipment, and dishes
• Stock supplies at serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, and salad bars
• Help unload and put away deliveries
• Sort and remove trash to designated pickup areas
• Communicate regularly with management by phone, email, and text
• 2+ years in a full-service restaurant as a prep or line cook preferred
• Food safety handler and sanitation certification, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment
• Working knowledge of cooking methods, ingredients, and kitchen equipment
• Ability to pass a background check
• High school or vocational coursework in kitchen basics, such as food safety, preferred

Skills

Food prep

Kitchen cleanliness

Stock management

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sanitation equipment

Job description

Upper Crust Food Service in Manhattan, KS, is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to keep the back of house running. You’ll prep as directed, maintain cleanliness, stock stations, and support the Head Chef and Sous Chef.

Must have 2+ years in a full-service restaurant as a prep or line cook preferred; food safety certification or ability to obtain within 30 days; able to stand long hours and lift up to 50 pounds.