Kitchen Assistant

Upper Crust Food Service • Columbia, SC

33d • Onsite

About The Position

Kitchen Assistants keep the back of house running — prepping what the Head Chef and Sous Chef need, keeping the kitchen spotless, and making sure supplies are stocked and ready. This is a role for someone who takes pride in the unglamorous work that makes every meal possible.

Requirements

• 2+ years in a full-service restaurant as a prep or line cook preferred
• Food safety handler and sanitation certification, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment
• Working knowledge of cooking methods, ingredients, and kitchen equipment
• Ability to pass a background check
• High school or vocational coursework in kitchen basics, such as food safety, preferred

Responsibilities

• Prep food as directed by the Head Chef and/or Sous Chef
• Keep the kitchen and dining room clean and sanitary
• Wash utensils, equipment, and dishes
• Stock supplies at serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, and salad bars
• Help unload and put away deliveries
• Sort and remove trash to designated pickup areas
• Communicate regularly with management by phone, email, and text

What This Job Offers

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