Kitchen Assistant

Helper – Kitchen

Kitchen Helper responsibilities may include:

• Unloading and stocking vendor supplies
• Cleaning and sanitizing equipment, such as smaller kitchen appliances, utensils and cutting boards
• Washing, cutting, weighing, mixing and pre-portioning ingredients
• Restocking ingredients or supplies to maintain par levels
• Assisting in the dish area with cleaning, drying and organizing dishes
• Refilling condiment containers and utensil bins, polishing glassware and folding napkins
• Packing to-go orders and leftovers
• Emptying garbage containers throughout the shift

Skills:-

• Excellent multitasking ability to assist several other kitchen staff positions

• Familiarity with common kitchen utensils and commercial equipment

• Knowledge of best practices for kitchen safety and sanitation, including cross-contamination prevention or the three-sink dishwashing method

• Basic kitchen skills, such as experience chopping, dicing, frying, following a recipe and measuring ingredients accurately

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment