Kitchen Assistant

Boys & Girls Clubs of St Lucie County•Fort Pierce, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County takes changing the lives of youth to heart. We go above and beyond to ensure that every youth who walks through our doors has a world-class club experience that provides them with the opportunity for a GREAT FUTURE! The primary function of the Kitchen Assistant is to assist with food preparation, maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen, and ensure that all dishes are washed and stored correctly.

Requirements

Must submit to and pass Level 1 and 2 background screenings administered through the Florida Department of Children & Families.
ServSafe Manager Food Safety Certification required
High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Minimum of three (3) years of management experience in food service.
Valid Florida driver's license required
Prior experience in a kitchen or food service environment is preferred
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Follow the policies, procedures, and rules of the organization.
Effective communication skills
Detail-oriented
Ability to work independently with limited supervision required
Safety regulations such as proper food handling, sanitation, and storage
Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with associates
Ability to work at a fast pace and stand for long periods of time.
Ability to juggle multiple tasks at once
Ability to forecast supplies as needed

Nice To Haves

Food Protection Manager Certification (FPMC) or Foodservice Management Professional (FMP) a plus
Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
Bachelor's degree or culinary degree preferred

Responsibilities

Assist with preparing food by cleaning, peeling, chopping, cutting, and measuring ingredients by following recipes and guidelines
Operate and maintain kitchen equipment such as mixers, grinders, and slicers
Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen by cleaning work surfaces, floors, and equipment in accordance with health and safety regulations
Ensure that all dishes, utensils, and equipment are washed, dried, and stored correctly.
Assist with inventory management, including checking stock levels and reporting any shortages to the kitchen supervisor
Follow all food safety and hygiene procedures, including proper storage and handling of food products
Assist with overseeing the kitchen programs; creating a Culinary Arts Program for Workforce Readiness teens (to include prep, cook, and serve); conduct nutrition education projects for club members.
Assist with the afterschool meal program and the summer food program.
Assist with the Food Truck at Club, community, and other special events
Assist with any catering in-house events
Assist with maintaining an up-to-date inventory by program, requisition food and non-food supplies
Inspects all work areas to ensure that standards are being upheld and that all health and safety procedures are being followed
Maintain the cleanliness of the dining room, kitchen, and other workspaces at all times
Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, and work surfaces to ensure a safe and hygienic kitchen environment
Stock and organize kitchen inventory and supplies, notifying Kitchen Manager when supplies are low
Assist with receiving and storing food deliveries
Assist in plating and garnishing dishes
Restock and organize supplies and ingredients as needed
Actively participate in mandatory Boys & Girls Club trainings and All Staff meetings
Occasionally may be required to work special events promoted by the organization during evenings and/or weekends.
Completes any additional assignments as requested by The Kitchen manager