Kitchen Assistant- School

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join our New Leaf Prep Academy team. This school kitchen, is just like your kitchen! Food prep, cooking, and baking with fresh ingredients. New Leaf Prep Academy prides itself on creating a fresh and organic snack and meal program, made from scratch. Not to mention, your customers are fun and energetic kids!

The ideal candidate will play a vital role in supporting kitchen operations, ensuring food safety while assisting with snack and meal preparation and of course the dishes that come with any kitchen and well enjoyed meal.

This role is part time, 25 hours per week during the school year. Reduced summer hours may be available in correlation to potential summer programming.

Hours for this role can be 7:00am-12:00pm or 8:00am-1:00pm Monday-Friday.

Responsibilities

• Assist in meal and snack preparation by chopping, slicing, and preparing ingredients as coordinated with the head chef.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, including washing prep dishes, sanitizing surfaces, and disposing of waste properly.
• Follow food safety protocols to ensure that all food handling meets health regulations.
• Prepare and organize student snacks.
• Help with inventory management by restocking supplies and reporting any shortages to the head chef.
• Support head chef during service by preparing food alternatives for students with allergies, serving students, and collecting dishes.
• Participate in maintaining kitchen equipment and report any maintenance issues promptly.
• Collaborate with team members to create a positive work environment focused on quality service.

Experience

• The ideal candidate will have previous experience in food service or a kitchen environment, with experience in preparing banquet style preferred.
• Familiarity with basic culinary techniques and food handling practices is preferred.
• A strong understanding of food safety standards is essential for this role.
• Ability to work effectively and fast paced while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and a willingness to learn from experienced cooks and chefs.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching

Physical Setting:

• School

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person