Kitchen Assistant

Upper Crust Food Service•Kingston, RI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Upper Crust Food Service, YOU are the crucial ingredient for providing fresh healthy Greek life food nationwide. Our team enjoys a lifestyle that is unmatched in the hospitality industry with very few late nights and weekend hours. Kitchen Assistants support the culinary team by preparing and executing food as directed by the Head Chef and Sous Chef. They maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen, ensure equipment is in order, and stock supplies. Additionally, they assist with fostering a positive atmosphere with coworkers and customers. If you are excited to be part of team and make people happy every day, APPLY NOW. We're currently looking for a classically trained Kitchen Assistant who is driven by their love and passion for food.

Requirements

Ability to work well as part of a team.
Understand various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with a variety of personalities and under pressure.
Be familiar with the industry's best practices

Nice To Haves

2+ years in a full-service restaurant as a prep/line cook
Ability to pass a background check
Have a valid food safety handler and sanitation certification in accordance with state and local regulations or obtain one within 30 days of employment
High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics such as food safety, preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare food as directed by Head Chef and/or Sous Chef
Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining room
Wash kitchen utensils, equipment and dishes.
Stock supplies, such as food or utensils, in serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, or salad bars.
Assist in unloading and putting away deliveries
Maintain a positive and professional attitude with coworkers and customers
Communicate regularly with management via calls, emails, and texts.