Kitchen Staff Member

This job requires a background check and drug test. Applicants who do not believe they can pass should not apply.

*Job Summary*

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled person to join our culinary team.

The ideal candidate will have experience in the food industry and strong communication skills/work ethic. In our kitchen, you will play a vital role in meal preparation and food handling, ensuring that all dishes meet our standards of quality and safety. See below for a full list of duties.

Must be able to work weekends and holidays.

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older. Applicants under the age of 18 will be automatically rejected.

Currently seeking full-time employees only.

Our business closes at 6:00 PM, so late-night shifts are not available.

Employment is dependent upon passing a background check and drug test.

*Duties*

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals according to established recipes and dietary guidelines.
• Ensure proper food handling and sanitation practices are followed at all times.
• Utilize kitchen equipment safely and effectively, including knives and other cooking tools.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal service and presentation.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area throughout the shift.
• Monitor inventory levels of food supplies and communicate needs for restocking.

*Skills*

• Proven experience in the food industry, preferably in a similar cooking or preparation role.
• Knowledge of food preparation techniques and dietary requirements.
• Strong knife skills and familiarity with various kitchen equipment.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with team members.
• A commitment to food safety standards and practices for meal preparation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Application Question(s):

• Are you at least 18 years of age?
• Do you understand that this is a full-time position with a daytime shift only?
• Do you understand that if the resume you submit does not reflect at least 2 years of cooking experience, the application will be automatically rejected?
• If hired, will you need any kind of accommodations for your schedule? If yes, please elaborate. (e.g. another job, school, already planned vacations, etc.)
• This position requires a background check and drug screening. By applying, you acknowledge that you are willing to undergo and pass both as a condition of employment. If you have any questions, type them here. Otherwise, type "I understand."

Experience:

• Food handling: 1 year (Required)
• Food preparation: 1 year (Required)
• professional cooking: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)
• Spanish (Preferred)
• Haitian Creole (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person