Kitchen Prep & Support Associate

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

Job summary

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the culinary team by preparing and executing food as directed by the Head Chef and Sous Chef. You will keep the kitchen and dining areas clean, stock supplies, and communicate with management to ensure smooth operations.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to food safety standards, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to heat and kitchen hazards.

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 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/or Sous Chef
• Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining room including equipment and floors
• Wash kitchen utensils, equipment and dishes
• Stock supplies in serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, or salad bars
• 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
• Communicate regularly with management via calls, emails, and texts

Skills

Teamwork

Cooking methods

Interpersonal skills

Industry best practices

Education

High school or vocational coursework in kitchen basics (food safety)

Job description

Upper Crust Food Service is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the culinary team by preparing and executing food as directed by the Head Chef and Sous Chef. You will keep the kitchen and dining areas clean, stock supplies, and communicate with management to ensure smooth operations.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to food safety standards, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to heat and kitchen hazards.