Kitchen Services Associates
About The Position
The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) is seeking a Kitchen Services Associate to join their Food Services team. This role is crucial in maintaining kitchen cleanliness and supporting the overall operations of the museum's food service outlets, including Best Café, Amuse, Floris, and Special Events. The Kitchen Services Associate will work as part of a team to ensure a positive and memorable experience for museum guests by maintaining a clean and orderly environment. This position offers flexible scheduling and the opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization where revenue directly supports museum operations. VMFA is committed to diverse and inclusive hiring practices and provides a professional environment for its staff.
Requirements
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to demonstrate a professional demeanor with guests and other employees.
- Ability to read, comprehend and follow basic direction and instruction.
- Ability to handle fast paced, high volume situations in a kitchen.
- Ability to remain calm, professional and gracious in a fast paced, high-pressure environment.
- Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and appearance during shifts.
- Ability to receive feedback well.
- Ability to be prompt and punctual to scheduled shifts.
- Ability to stand or walk for up to 10 hours.
- Ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds.
- Flexible availability that includes weekends and evenings.
- Ability to work as part of a team; flexible when given different assignments and directions.
- Motivated with strong work ethic; self-starter.
Nice To Haves
- Prior general cleaning experience or hospitality related experience.
- General experience with cleaning chemicals and dish machines.
- Ability to work independently and effectively without direct supervision.
- ServSafe Food Handler’s certification is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Maintain a clean and organized dish area.
- Ensure trash and recycling are taken out.
- Assist other dish areas in Best Cafe and Amuse restaurants when needed.
- Perform various cleaning tasks during downtime.
- Organize dishes, silverware, platters, cups, plates, etc.
- Sweep and mop floors as needed (to include work areas, cafe, kitchen floors).
- Keep cleaning chemicals stocked and alert manager to equipment or product needs.
- Help prepare foods for Best Café, Special Events, Amuse and Floris when needed.
Benefits
- Free admission to special exhibitions
- Previews of special exhibitions
- Employee pricing for select museum programs and classes
- Discounts at Amuse, Floris, Best Café and the VMFA Shop
- Flexible Scheduling
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
