Commissary Kitchen Assistant!

Kids & Company • Quincy, MA

6h • Onsite

About The Position

Inspire Early Education is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Kitchen Assistant / Kitchen Utility to support the day-to-day operations of our commissary kitchen. This role plays a key part in food preparation, sanitation, inventory management, and ensuring adherence to Kids & Company standards and food safety regulations.

Requirements

• High School diploma/GED equivalency
• 2-3 years kitchen related experience
• Valid driver's license and a clean driver’s abstract
• Current ServSafe Certification. (Inspire will certify any cooks that do not hold a valid ServSafe certification)
• Clear criminal background check and up-to-date health assessments.
• Ability to push, pull and lift to 45 pounds
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to take initiative and problem-solve effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist cooks and kitchen staff with assigned food preparation tasks
• Assist with cutting fruits and vegetables and preparing hot lunches and daily meals
• Support preparation of breads, breadsticks, garlic bread, biscuits, croissants, and other menu items
• Help with portioning, packaging, and assembling meal components
• Prepare and pack cold bags for daily food distribution
• Assist with food preparation for field trips, school-age programs, and special events
• Support dishwashing operations, including cleaning cookware, utensils, trays, and equipment
• Follow proper washing, rinsing, and sanitizing procedures for all dishware
• Receive, unpack, and organize food and supply deliveries
• Ensure proper storage and labeling of products
• Maintain inventory using FIFO (First In, First Out) rotation practices
• Maintain daily logs for food temperatures, sanitizer levels, and refrigeration/freezer units
• Ensure safe food storage, handling, and disposal practices
• Adhere to all health, hygiene, and food safety regulations
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and storage areas
• Clean and sanitize appliances, counters, cupboards, and drawers
• Sweep, mop, and sanitize floors daily
• Remove garbage and recycle and maintain a safe working environment
• Perform general kitchen utility tasks as required
• Support overall kitchen operations as needed
• Complete other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401(k)
• Employee childcare discounts
• Daily Pay App
• Career growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED