About this role
*Job Overview*
We are seeking a dedicated Kitchen Helper to support our culinary team in maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment. This role is essential in assisting with meal preparation, food handling, and ensuring food safety standards are upheld. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the food industry and a willingness to learn and grow within our team. Previous restaurant or food service experience is a plus, but we provide training for motivated individuals eager to develop their skills.
*Duties*
* Assist with basic food preparation and meal assembly under the supervision of chefs or kitchen staff * Support food handling activities, including washing, peeling, chopping, and portioning ingredients * Maintain cleanliness of kitchen surfaces, utensils, and equipment to meet health and safety standards * Help with organizing supplies and ingredients to ensure smooth kitchen operations * Support serving staff during meal service times as needed * Follow all food safety protocols to prevent contamination and ensure high-quality food standards * Assist in setting up and breaking down workstations at the beginning and end of shifts * Ensure proper storage of ingredients and leftovers according to safety guidelines
*Skills*
* Wash and peel vegetables and fruit * Wash work tables, cupboards and appliances * Remove trash and clean kitchen garbage containers * Unpack and store supplies in refrigerators, cupboards and other storage areas * Sweep and mop floors, and perform other duties to assist cook and kitchen staff. * Clean, peel, slice and trim foodstuffs using manual and electric appliances * Use deep fryer, grill, oven, dispensers and other equipment to prepare fast food items such as sandwiches, hamburgers, fries, salads, ice cream dishes, milkshakes and other beverages * Portion, assemble, and wrap food or place it directly on plates for service to patrons, and package take-out food
Pay: $16.35 per hour
Benefits: * Discounted or free food * Flexible schedule * On-site parking
Work Location: In person