Kitchen Specialist: Breakfast & Lunch Prep

Opaa! Food Management; Carthage (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Opaa! Food Management is looking for a kitchen teammate to support breakfast and lunch offerings, assist serving lines, and participate in catering events. You will perform all kitchen roles, from prep and baking to dishwashing and inventory management, while maintaining food safety and HACCP standards.

Responsibilities include following recipes, maintaining proper temperatures, and collaborating with the Kitchen Manager to ensure smooth daily service and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, preferred; or up to one-month related experience, training, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

• Set up serving lines and ensure all food is held at the proper temperatures.
• Assist in food preparation per the menu plan and Opaa! recipes; prep for next-day menus.
• Operate slicers, mixers, grinders, and other equipment with proper certification.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and cafeteria spaces.
• Manage inventory using FIFO; keep cooler/storage racks tidy.
• Handle administrative tasks such as meal counts and timekeeping.
• Assist with daily dishwashing and cleanliness in kitchen and serving areas.
• Prepare baked goods as required; present items attractively to customers.

Skills

Physical stamina

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Meal Counting Software

Dishwasher

Slicer

Thermometers

Job description

Opaa! Food Management is looking for a kitchen teammate to support breakfast and lunch offerings, assist serving lines, and participate in catering events. You will perform all kitchen roles, from prep and baking to dishwashing and inventory management, while maintaining food safety and HACCP standards.

Responsibilities include following recipes, maintaining proper temperatures, and collaborating with the Kitchen Manager to ensure smooth daily service and customer satisfaction.