Cook Helper / Kitchen Assistant

Job Summary

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Cook Helper / Kitchen Assistant to join our restaurant kitchen team. This position supports daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking assistance, cleaning, organization, and maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment.

Full-time and part-time positions are available. Previous restaurant kitchen experience is required.

Responsibilities

Assist with food preparation, including chopping, slicing, portioning, and preparing ingredients

Follow recipes and instructions from cooks and kitchen supervisors

Assist with cooking and food preparation during busy service hours

Maintain clean and organized workstations

Properly store, label, and handle food according to food safety standards

Clean kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas as needed

Assist with receiving and organizing kitchen supplies

Work efficiently with other kitchen staff in a fast-paced restaurant environment

Qualifications

Previous restaurant kitchen experience is required

Basic knife skills and food preparation experience

Ability to follow instructions and recipes

Understanding of basic food safety and sanitation practices

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Reliable, responsible, and punctual

Able to work well as part of a team

Flexible availability is preferred

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Please apply with a brief description of your previous kitchen experience and the days and hours you are available to work.

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Paid training

Work Location: In person