Kitchen Prep & Support Associate

Brattleboro Food Co-op; Town of Vermont, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Brattleboro Food Co-op in Vermont is hiring a Kitchen Assistant to maintain a clean work environment, assist with food preparation, and support meal service. You will help ensure safe, high‑quality product presentation and collaborate with team members during fast‑ paced shifts.

The role emphasizes customer service, reliability, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with duties including dishwashing, stock receiving, and sanitation throughout the day in a community‑oriented setting.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated, organized, and responsible
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to follow directions and safety standards
• Team player in a fast-paced kitchen

Responsibilities

• Adhere to established safety and sanitation standards
• Assist in receiving and stocking of supplies
• Daily dishwashing, mopping, sweeping, and cleaning tasks
• Assist in food preparation as needed
• Assist as directed in meal service setup and breakdown
• Removal of recycling/compost/garbage to designated areas
• Accurately inputting shrink data as needed
• Maintaining clean and orderly work stations

Skills

Self-motivated

Organized

Responsible

Flexible

Effective communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Job description

Brattleboro Food Co-op in Vermont is hiring a Kitchen Assistant to maintain a clean work environment, assist with food preparation, and support meal service. You will help ensure safe, high‑quality product presentation and collaborate with team members during fast‑ paced shifts.

The role emphasizes customer service, reliability, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, with duties including dishwashing, stock receiving, and sanitation throughout the day in a community‑oriented setting.