Production Kitchen Associate

Xi'an Famous Foods • New York, NY

7d • $22 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Xi'an Famous Foods is a well-known and respected restaurant group based in NYC serving specialty Chinese cuisine in a fast-casual format. If you are considering multiple positions with our company, please apply only to the one you are most qualified and best fit for. Our Mission Statement: We strive to provide delicious, high quality, and authentic dishes of the historic city of Xi’an, China, based on proprietary family recipes, through outstanding hospitality. We will satiate cravings and promote appreciation of our unique cuisine and culture.

Requirements

• Basic English fluency required
• Must be flexible and have a willingness to learn new things
• Must be able to work legally in US
• Must have experience working in a fast paced production kitchen
• Able to work in various stations with various equipment, which all require the use of all limbs and the ability to see at close distance
• Ability to maintain punctual attendance per company policy consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• Able to lift and move 50 pounds
• Able to work in a standing position for long periods of time
• Able to work fast/expeditiously

Responsibilities

• Candidates will be selected based on their experience and ability, and will be responsible for the preparation, production, cleaning, and related duties in one or more of our production departments such as:
• Vegetable processing (wash/cut/package, dumpling filling prep)
• Meat processing (clean/cut/grind/package)
• Dough production (make dough, make dumpling peels)
• Bread production (roll and bake bread/buns)
• Cooking stations (make and package stews/sauces/stocks)
• Beverages production (making teas/packaging)
• Production Kitchen Associates also are responsible for assisting with the tasks around facility as necessary.

Benefits

• $22/hr starting rate, with knowledge-based promotions resulting in wages range of $22-$26/hr!
• On top of knowledge-based raises, automatic $1 rate increase every year for Associates in good-standing
• Paid time off (on top of standard paid sick leave)
• Sundays off!
• Affordable and comprehensive health/dental/vision/pet insurance
• 401K plan
• Free meal with every shift and additional 25% discount at our restaurants

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees