Job Description:
Kitchen Assistants and Cooks are essential to maintaining efficient kitchen operations. They prepare ingredients, assemble dishes following recipes, and handle cooking responsibilities. They also support the head chef or kitchen manager by maintaining cleanliness, organizing supplies, and ensuring food quality. This role offers a hands-on opportunity to develop culinary skills and gain experience in a busy catering environment.

Salary: $12.68 – $14.58 per hour

Benefits:

• Opportunities for career growth into chef roles
• Paid training sessions and skill development programs
• Health insurance options after probationary period
• Paid time off for full-time employees
• Staff meals and discounts on catering orders

Skills Needed:

• Basic cooking skills and familiarity with food safety practices
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions carefully
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure

Typical Tasks:

• Preparing ingredients such as chopping vegetables and portioning meats
• Cooking and assembling menu items according to recipes
• Maintaining cleanliness of workstations and kitchen equipment
• Ensuring proper storage and rotation of food supplies
• Assisting with inventory management and ordering supplies
• Adhering to health and safety regulations at all times