Kitchen Prep & Station Support Associate

Upper Crust Food Service, LLC; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a Kitchen Assistant in Salt Lake City to support the culinary team under the Head Chef and Sous Chef. You will keep a clean, sanitary kitchen, stock supplies, and help with deliveries while contributing to a positive atmosphere for coworkers and customers.

The role requires teamwork, basic cooking knowledge, and a customer-service mindset. The work environment is fast-paced and physically demanding, with exposure to heat and busy dining areas.

Qualifications

• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Understand various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with a variety of personalities and under pressure.
• Be familiar with the industry's best practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food as directed by Head Chef and Sous Chef.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining room including equipment and floors.
• Wash kitchen utensils, equipment and dishes, etc.
• Stock supplies in serving stations, cupboards or refrigerators.
• Assist in unloading and putting away deliveries.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude with coworkers and customers.
• Sort and remove the trash, placing it in designated pickup areas.

Skills

Teamwork

Cooking methods

Interpersonal skills

Industry best practices

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food safety certification

Job description

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a Kitchen Assistant in Salt Lake City to support the culinary team under the Head Chef and Sous Chef. You will keep a clean, sanitary kitchen, stock supplies, and help with deliveries while contributing to a positive atmosphere for coworkers and customers.

The role requires teamwork, basic cooking knowledge, and a customer-service mindset. The work environment is fast-paced and physically demanding, with exposure to heat and busy dining areas.