Chef's Assistant

Grace + Emerge RecoveryNow Hiring: Part-Time Chef’s Assistant

Location: Hyde Park, Austin, TX
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 3:00 PM–7:00 PM
Hours: 20 hours per week
Position Type: Part-Time, Paid

Position Overview

Grace + Emerge Recovery is seeking a dependable, motivated, and detail-oriented Part-Time Chef’s Assistant to support our Executive Chef in a private-home setting at our women’s treatment center in Hyde Park, Austin.

Our culinary program focuses on providing fresh, nutritious, thoughtfully prepared meals while maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming kitchen environment.

The ideal candidate has previous kitchen experience, a strong understanding of food safety, excellent organizational skills, and a willingness to assist with all aspects of daily kitchen operations.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation & Meal Service

• Assist the Executive Chef with daily food preparation, including washing, chopping, slicing, measuring, and portioning ingredients.
• Support meal assembly, plating, and presentation according to the Executive Chef’s direction.
• Follow established recipes and preparation instructions to ensure consistency and quality.
• Assist with preparing meals for clients with food allergies, dietary restrictions, and specific nutritional needs.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including ovens, mixers, food processors, and other kitchen tools.
• Work efficiently to ensure meals are prepared and served on schedule.

Kitchen Cleaning & Sanitation

• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized kitchen throughout each shift.
• Wash, sanitize, dry, and properly store dishes, cookware, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Clean and sanitize countertops, workstations, appliances, and food preparation areas.
• Follow proper food handling, storage, labeling, and sanitation procedures.
• Assist with maintaining refrigerator, freezer, and food storage organization.
• Complete assigned end-of-shift cleaning and kitchen closing responsibilities.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment and tools are handled and stored appropriately.

Inventory & Kitchen Organization

• Assist with receiving, organizing, and properly storing food deliveries and kitchen supplies.
• Monitor ingredient levels and communicate shortages or inventory concerns to the Executive Chef.
• Rotate food products using proper food safety practices to minimize waste.
• Help organize leftovers, prepared meals, and food storage areas.
• Support the Executive Chef in maintaining an efficient and well-stocked kitchen.

Teamwork & Professionalism

• Work collaboratively with the Executive Chef and other team members to maintain efficient daily kitchen operations.
• Follow instructions, communicate clearly, and demonstrate initiative when completing assigned tasks.
• Maintain professionalism, discretion, and appropriate boundaries while working in a residential treatment environment.
• Respect client privacy and contribute to a supportive, compassionate atmosphere.
• Demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to assist with various kitchen responsibilities as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Previous kitchen, restaurant, catering, or food service experience required.
• Current Food Handler Certification or recognized Food Safety Certification.
• Knowledge of food allergies, dietary restrictions, cross-contamination prevention, and safe food handling practices.
• Basic culinary knowledge, including knife skills, recipe adherence, and meal preparation.
• Strong cleaning, dishwashing, sanitation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work efficiently, independently, and as part of a team.
• Dependable, punctual, positive, and detail-oriented.
• Strong communication skills and ability to follow directions.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food quality.

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience in a dietary department, treatment facility, residential setting, or similar food service environment.
• Familiarity with preparing meals for individuals with specific dietary needs.
• Experience supporting a chef with daily meal preparation and kitchen operations.

Interview Process

Selected applicants will participate in a working stage with our Executive Chef as part of the interview process. This practical assessment will provide an opportunity to demonstrate kitchen skills, organization, food safety knowledge, and the ability to work collaboratively.

How to Apply

Please email your résumé to:

[email protected]

For questions regarding the position, contact:

Compassion Empowerment Healing

A safe place to heal. A future full of hope.

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 per week

Benefits:

• Paid training

Work Location: In person