Kitchen Helper

Joe’s Waterfront is seeking a dependable and hardworking Kitchen Helper to support daily kitchen operations and assist the culinary team with food preparation, cleaning, and general kitchen duties. This role involves preparing ingredients, organizing supplies, maintaining clean workstations, and helping the kitchen team complete orders efficiently. The ideal candidate is reliable, attentive to detail, and comfortable working in a busy restaurant environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist cooks and kitchen staff with basic food preparation tasks.
• Wash, peel, cut, and organize ingredients as directed.
• Prepare ingredients and supplies for daily kitchen service.
• Help assemble food orders and maintain order accuracy.
• Keep kitchen workstations, counters, and preparation areas clean and organized.
• Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment as needed.
• Store ingredients and supplies according to established procedures.
• Monitor food and kitchen supplies and communicate restocking needs.
• Assist with receiving and organizing deliveries as assigned.
• Help maintain efficient food preparation and order flow during busy periods.
• Remove trash and maintain clean and sanitary kitchen areas.
• Follow food-safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
• Assist with opening, closing, and routine kitchen cleaning duties.
• Work cooperatively with cooks, dishwashers, and other restaurant team members.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen, restaurant, café, or food-service experience is helpful but not required.
• Dependable, punctual, and responsible.
• Strong attention to cleanliness, organization, and food safety.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn food preparation and kitchen procedures.
• Able to manage assigned tasks efficiently during busy service periods.
• Professional and cooperative approach to work.

Benefits

• On-the-job training and support.
• Flexible scheduling may be available.
• Employee meal discounts or restaurant perks may be available.
• Opportunities to develop kitchen and food-service skills.
• Supportive and team-oriented work environment.
• Additional benefits may vary by position and location.

About the Company

Joe’s Waterfront provides a restaurant dining environment focused on food, beverages, hospitality, and attentive guest service. The kitchen team works together to maintain clean, organized work areas and support efficient food preparation and a positive dining experience for guests.

Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 33.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person