Latin Kitchen Prep Specialist Fast-Paced Safe & Precise

La Huerta Market; Kent (WA); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Job summary

La Huerta Market in Kent, WA is seeking a Kitchen Prep team member to assist in food preparation, ensuring ingredients are ready for cooks and suitable for packaging. You will help maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities include cutting, slicing, cooking simple dishes like soups and salsas, stocking ingredients, and supporting cooks during peak times. A Food Workers Card and reliable commute are required.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Food Workers Card.
• Reliable commute to work.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork.
• Ability to stand, move, and lift up to 30 lbs.
• Willingness to work holidays and weekends.
• Prior kitchen or kitchen support experience preferred.
• Basic knife techniques and recipe/portion knowledge.
• Specialty in Mexican/Latin food is a plus.
• Good organization and attention to detail.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and stay responsible and punctual.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an active Food Workers Card.
• Follow health and safety regulations and policies.
• Attend work with company provided uniform and tidy appearance.
• Cut, slice, peel, or prepare ingredients per the recipe specifications.
• Cook simple meals such as soups, stews, salsas, or side dishes as directed.
• Organize and stock ingredients, ensure food safety and proper labeling.
• Maintain a clean workstation and follow food safety practices.
• Support cooks with preparation during high demand.
• Ensure all products comply with food safety before serving.
• Garantuee all ingredients meet quality standards.
• Assist cooks with new menu items as needed.
• Follow cross-contamination and temperature controls.

Skills

Food Workers Card

Reliable commute

Communication skills

Teamwork

Lift 30lbs

Flexible schedule

Kitchen experience

Knife techniques

Recipes knowledge

Portion control

Mexican/Latin cuisine

Organization

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Responsibility

Punctuality

Job description

La Huerta Market in Kent, WA is seeking a Kitchen Prep team member to assist in food preparation, ensuring ingredients are ready for cooks and suitable for packaging. You will help maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities include cutting, slicing, cooking simple dishes like soups and salsas, stocking ingredients, and supporting cooks during peak times. A Food Workers Card and reliable commute are required.