Kitchen Team Member

Taverna Agora is seeking a dependable and team-oriented Kitchen Team Member to support daily kitchen operations and food preparation. This role involves assisting with ingredient preparation, maintaining clean and organized work areas, supporting kitchen staff during service, and following food-safety and sanitation procedures. The ideal candidate is reliable, attentive to detail, and comfortable working in a busy restaurant environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist kitchen staff with daily food preparation and routine kitchen tasks.
• Prepare and organize ingredients according to established procedures.
• Support cooks and other kitchen team members during busy service periods.
• Follow recipes, preparation instructions, and restaurant food-quality standards.
• Maintain clean and organized kitchen stations, counters, and work areas.
• Wash and sanitize kitchen tools, utensils, and food-preparation equipment as needed.
• Store ingredients and supplies properly according to food-safety guidelines.
• Monitor ingredient and supply levels and communicate restocking needs to management.
• Assist with assembling and organizing food orders accurately.
• Follow proper food-handling, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
• Support opening, closing, and routine cleaning duties.
• Work cooperatively with front-of-house and back-of-house team members.
• Help maintain an efficient kitchen workflow throughout each shift.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen, restaurant, food-service, or hospitality experience is helpful but not required.
• Reliable, punctual, and responsible.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Good attention to cleanliness, organization, and food-preparation details.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Willingness to learn kitchen procedures and food-safety standards.
• Able to stand for extended periods and perform routine kitchen duties.
• Positive attitude and ability to work effectively as part of a team.

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

Taverna Agora provides a welcoming restaurant environment focused on food, hospitality, and quality dining experiences. The restaurant team works together to maintain organized kitchen operations, consistent food-service standards, and a positive experience for guests.

Pay: $24.00 - $29.00 per hour

Expected hours: 34.0 per week

Benefits:

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

Work Location: In person