Kitchen Staff II

Target Hospitality; Quanah (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free housing & meals on rotation

Health coverage

Flexible Spending - HSA/FSA

Employee Assistance Program

Pet Insurance

Retirement Savings - 401(k) match

Easy Enrollment

Job summary

Target Hospitality is seeking Kitchen Staff II to maintain dishware and kitchen cleanliness, support cold station prep, and assist in hot meal prep in a 6 weeks on / 2 weeks off rotation. This role emphasizes a safety culture, HACCP adherence, and world-class service in remote or challenging environments.

Qualified candidates have 1+ years of dishwashing experience, ability to communicate in English, and preferred food safety or first aid certifications.

Qualifications

• 1+ years dishwashing experience or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally, in English.
• Valid food safety certification preferred.
• First aid certification preferred.
• Must pass a background check and urinalysis.
• Must provide your own transportation to and from the facility.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of dining room, dishware, cookware, utensils, and equipment.
• Operate and sanitize the mechanical dishwasher.
• Follow HACCP guidelines for dishwashing procedures.
• Assist in salad bar, sandwich stations, and hot meal prep.
• Restock coolers and displays and ensure proper sanitation.

Skills

Dishwashing

English communication

Safety culture

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Food safety certification

First aid certification

Job description

Job Title: Kitchen Staff II
Reports to: Head Chef
Level: Hourly
Schedule: 6 weeks on / 2 weeks off rotation, or as per manager’s discretion and business needs

SCOPE

Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of dishware, cookware, utensils, equipment, and the dining room and kitchen areas, with added responsibility for cold station preparation and supporting hot meal prep.

WHO WE ARE

Target Hospitality is a leading provider of specialty rental and hospitality services, delivering turnkey workforce housing, culinary, and facility management solutions to remote and challenging environments across North America. We take pride in building not just accommodations, but communities — and that same commitment to people extends to our own team.

We believe that a great guest experience starts with a great employee experience, and we invest in the people who make that happen every day.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accountable and responsible for maintaining a safety culture, following all SOPs, JSAs, and policies and procedures as set out by Target Hospitality.
• Clean and maintain the cleanliness of the dining room and service areas.
• Sweep and mop floors in both the kitchen and the dining room.
• Clean and sanitize all dishes, cookware, and equipment thoroughly.
• Operate and sanitize the mechanical dishwasher.
• Ensure all chemicals and cleaning agents are at the proper level in the mechanical dishwasher.
• Properly follow HACCP guidelines for correct manual dishwashing procedures.
• Ensure clean dishes, flatware, cookware, and equipment are put away properly.
• Assist in the preparation of the salad bar and sandwich stations.
• Wash and slice vegetables.
• Assist in the prep for hot meals.
• Assist in restocking all coolers and displays in the dining room.
• Follow sanitation guidelines within Target Hospitality safe operating procedures.
• Exceed our guests’ needs by providing world-class customer service.
• Attend all safety meetings and participate in Target Hospitality emergency response procedures.
• Additional duties may be assigned by a supervisor or manager.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Stand and squat for long periods of time, up to 12 hours or more, with scheduled breaks.
• Short- and long-distance walking required.
• Use of stairs and step stools.
• Use force when pushing and pulling carts that weigh on average 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding, high-stress environment.
• Operation of kitchen machinery.
• Frequently lift an average weight of 25 lbs with a maximum of 50 lbs. Where weights may exceed 50 lbs, the assistance of another person or a lifting aid is mandatory.
• Frequently reach below waist, waist to shoulder, and above shoulder, with frequent neck, back, and torso twisting from left to right without restriction.
• Perform repetitive movements at the wrist, including side to side and up or down, and multiple grasps of an average of 10 lbs with a maximum of 25 lbs.
• Occasional manual dexterity requirements, including the ability to type and use a 10‑key.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to hear and understand verbal instruction as well as other sounds such as safety alarms and signals.
• Must be able to see without impairment for inspection purposes, and able to read small text such as product warning labels.
• Exposure to extreme hot and cold environments.
• Ability to work within a rotational schedule of 6 weeks on and 2 weeks off, or as per manager’s discretion and business needs.
• Ability to work safely and navigate within small, close quarters and congested areas.
• May be exposed periodically to elevated noise and surroundings.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1+ years dishwashing experience or equivalent, preferably in a remote camp or the hotel/hospitality industry.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally, in English.
• Valid food safety certification preferred.
• First aid certification preferred.
• Must be able to work effectively and efficiently with or without supervision.
• Strong prioritization and time management skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel and work long rotations away from home.
• Must pass a background check and urinalysis.
• Must provide your own transportation to and from the facility.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family — on the job and beyond:

• Free Housing & Meals On Rotation — While on rotation at the lodge, housing, meals, laundry, and gym access are all provided at no cost to you.
• Health Coverage — Medical, vision, and dental insurance to keep you and your family covered.
• Flexible Spending — HSA and FSA options to help you save on healthcare costs.
• Employee Assistance Program — Confidential support for life’s everyday challenges, big and small.
• Pet Insurance — VPI pet insurance to help care for your four-legged family members too.
• Retirement Savings — 401(k) plan with company match to help you plan for the future.
• Easy Enrollment — Online enrollment portal makes signing up for benefits fast and simple.
• Competitive Pay — Compensation that reflects your skills and hard work.

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