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Valencia Group; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Valencia Group is looking for a full-time kitchen assistant in Arlington, TX. Responsibilities include assisting chefs with kitchen cleanliness, unloading delivery trucks, and maintaining an organized workspace. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and a commitment to hospitality.

Experience in a full-service hotel environment is preferred, along with the ability to work well within a team. Join us in providing a safe, clean, and efficient kitchen environment!

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience preferred in a full-service hotel environment.
• Demonstrates commitment to Valencia Group Hospitality principles.
• Ability to safely operate in a kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the chefs with kitchen cleanliness.
• Unload delivery trucks using FIFO method.
• Wash floors and clean hot boxes regularly.
• Ensure dishes and equipment are cleaned and stored correctly.
• Help with banquet plate-up and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Effective time management

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work well with a team

Attention to detail

Excellent organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Caravan Court - Arlington, TX 76011
Position Type: Full Time

Job Summary

Responsible for assisting the Chefs with the cleanliness of the kitchen. Unloading delivery trucks from vendors. Wash all floors, power wash when necessary. Scrub the walls, clean the hot boxes regularly. Make sure all dishes and equipment are cleaned and returned to their proper place. Take out trash and break down boxes. Help with kitchen preparation as needed.

Essential Duties & Functions

• Assist the chefs with the cleanliness of the kitchen.
• Unload delivery trucks from vendors using FIFO method.
• Wash all floors, power wash when necessary.
• Clean the hot boxes regularly.
• Ensure all dishes and equipment are clean and placed correctly.
• Take out trash and break down boxes.
• Sweep and mop all walk‑in coolers, kitchen areas, and back banquet areas.
• Assist chefs with banquet plate‑up, ensuring clean plates and covers for events.
• Maintain a safe, clean operating environment, ensuring compliance with local health codes and regulations.

Knowledge & Skills

• Demonstrates commitment to Valencia Group Hospitality operating principles and philosophies.
• Holds self and others accountable for achieving results.
• Notify chefs of conflicts in a timely manner.
• Contribute to team results.
• Deal effectively with change.

Relationship Skills

• Always applies the principles of trust, honesty, respect, integrity, and commitment.
• Helps establish confidence within the culinary team and among peers throughout the hotel and the Valencia Group.

Safety & Compliance

• Comply with maintaining a safe environment; be proactive with safety initiatives such as using non-slip shoes, keeping the area clean, organizing workspaces, and using wet floor signs.

Basic Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and organization in all work areas.
• Display courteous behavior with guests and team members.
• Report any unsafe conditions immediately.
• Ensure hotel equipment is in proper working condition.
• Perform any additional duties assigned by the supervisor.

Physical Requirements

• Standing/Walking: Frequently.
• Crouching: Frequently; retrieving and storing supplies.
• Climbing: Frequently; stairs, employee entrance, lobby.
• Reaching: Occasionally, retrieving and storing supplies.
• Handling/Grasping: Frequently; processing, cutting food products.
• Pushing/Pulling: Average weight occasionally up to 10 lbs; maximum up to 30 lbs.
• Lifting/Carrying: Average weight frequently up to 10 lbs; maximum up to 50 lbs.
• Reading/Viewing monitor.

Working Environment

The interior of the hotel in all areas, primarily working in a kitchen environment with hot dishes, sharp objects, knives, boiling water, hot stoves/surfaces. Exposure to hot and cold temperatures, non-climate-controlled office, and exterior of hotel during promotional events.

Education and Experience

Full-service hotel experience preferred. High school diploma or equivalent. 1–2 years of experience preferred.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective time management and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work well with a team and demonstrate attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills and interpersonal abilities.