Kitchen Prep & Sanitation Specialist

Upper Crust Food Service; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service in Gainesville, FL is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to help keep the back of house running. You will prep food, assist with stock, maintain cleanliness, and support the chefs during busy service. This role requires reliability, ability to stand long hours, and basic food safety knowledge.

Training will be provided, with opportunities to grow in a fast-paced kitchen. Applicants should have 2+ years in a full-service restaurant as prep or line cook preferred, and be willing

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.
• Ability to pass a background check.

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

Skills

Cooking methods

Food safety

Sanitation awareness

Stamina

Education

Food safety certification

High school or vocational kitchen basics

Job description

Upper Crust Food Service in Gainesville, FL is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to help keep the back of house running. You will prep food, assist with stock, maintain cleanliness, and support the chefs during busy service. This role requires reliability, ability to stand long hours, and basic food safety knowledge.

Training will be provided, with opportunities to grow in a fast-paced kitchen. Applicants should have 2+ years in a full-service restaurant as prep or line cook preferred, and be willing