Oyster Shucker - Portsmouth

Row 34; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Daily staff meal

Employee Dining Policy

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Row 34 Portsmouth is seeking a Raw Bar/Oyster Shucker to join our kitchen team. The Oyster Shucker is a key member of our kitchen staff, responsible for the preparation, and presentation of Raw Bar dishes according to the restaurant’s standards. Experience is not required.

All we as is for a positive attitude and willingness to learn. Pay is starting at $22/hr with the following benefits:

Qualifications

• Prepare menu items according to recipes and standards.
• Work flexible shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Safely use a variety of kitchen tools and equipment, including sharp knives.
• Multitask under pressure in a busy kitchen.
• Work in tight spaces with fluctuating temperatures and noise.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items meeting recipes and quality.
• Adhere to portion control and food prep standards to manage costs.
• Monitor temperatures and storage conditions.
• Report issues to kitchen coordinator or chef.
• Ensure all dishes meet quality expectations.
• Follow procedures for allergies and dietary restrictions.
• Maintain health, safety, sanitation guidelines; clean and maintain equipment.
• Collaborate with kitchen team and support operation.
• Undertake additional tasks to support kitchen.

Skills

Multitasking

Knife skills

Flexible shifts

Lifting 50 lbs

Sanitation

Tools

Sharp knives

Job description

Row 34 is an award-winning, high-energy neighborhood oyster bar with locations in the Seaport and Kenmore Square neighborhoods of Boston, MA; Cambridge, MA; Burlington, MA; and Portsmouth, NH. We pride ourselves on our extensive oyster program, dynamic menu centered on the freshest seafood, and people-first culture that values teamwork, growth, and hospitality.

Row 34 Portsmouth is in search of a Raw Bar/Oyster Shucker to join the team. The Oyster Shucker is a key member of our kitchen staff, responsible for the preparation, and presentation of Raw Bar dishes according to the restaurant’s standards. Experience is not required. All we as is for a positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare menu items in accordance with recipes and standards, ensuring each dish meets the required presentation and quality.
• Adhere to portion control and food preparation standards to maintain product consistency and manage costs.
• Monitor food temperatures and ensure food stored at the correct temperatures.
• Report any issues with food quality or delays in service promptly to the kitchen coordinator or chef.
• Ensure all dishes from the station are accounted for and meet the restaurant’s quality expectations.
• Follow established procedures for handling food allergies and dietary restrictions to ensure guest safety.
• Maintain strict adherence to health, safety, and sanitation guidelines, including cleaning and maintenance protocols for kitchen equipment.
• Collaborate effectively with the kitchen team and maintain positive working relationships with all staff.
• Undertake additional tasks as needed to support the efficient operation of the kitchen.

Qualifications:

• Proficient in preparing menu items consistently to the specified recipes and customer requests.
• Available to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Experienced in safely utilizing a variety of kitchen tools and equipment, including sharp knives.
• Capable of multitasking effectively under pressure in a busy kitchen setting.
• Comfortable working in tight, potentially crowded spaces with fluctuating temperatures and noise levels.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods, including moving safely around kitchen obstacles and through varied floor surfaces.

Row 34 is a progressive organization that offers an exciting, supportive and inclusive environment, designed to foster growth and continued education in and out of the restaurant. We believe in the transformative power of personal and professional growth.

Pay is starting at $22/hr with the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Disability Insurance - offered at 90 days of employment
• Daily staff meal
• Employee Dining Policy
• Opportunities to grow within the company