Kitchen Assistant

Kitchen Support Ideal Talent Marketplace Overview Ideal Talent Marketplace is looking for energetic and hardworking team members who are comfortable working in fast-paced kitchen environments. Kitchen Support staff are the backbone of maintaining a clean and efficient back-of-house. Successful Talent are responsive to requests and great team players. This is an entry-level role in the kitchen, performing a variety of basic tasks to support cooks and chefs. It’s ideal for someone with a strong work ethic and the ability to multitask across different areas of the kitchen, including inventory management, basic prep work, and assisting with cleaning and sanitation. Responsibilities Kitchen Setup & Breakdown: Assist in setting up and breaking down the kitchen at the start and end of shifts, ensuring everything is organized and ready for use. Basic Prep Work: Perform light prep duties such as washing and chopping vegetables, measuring ingredients, and assembling simple dishes. Inventory Management: Assist with checking inventory, restocking supplies, and reporting shortages to the kitchen manager. Dishwashing: Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen tools, ensuring they are cleaned to restaurant standards and ready for use. Cleaning & Sanitation: Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, including wiping down surfaces, taking out trash, and ensuring sanitation standards are met. Support in High-Volume Environments: Provide additional support during peak hours to help kitchen operations run smoothly and efficiently. Health & Safety Compliance: Adhere to all food safety standards, including PPE use, temperature control, and cross-contamination prevention. Flexibility Across Kitchen Stations: Be prepared to assist in various areas, including dishwashing, cleaning, basic prep work, or supporting cooks as needed. Monitor & Clean Equipment: Maintain cleanliness of appliances, tools, and utensils, ensuring regular cleaning and proper storage. Support During Event Setups & Teardowns: Assist with setting up catering stations or cleaning up after events to ensure smooth operations. Requirements Previous work experience in any back-of-house kitchen role. Hands-on experience with commercial dishwashing machines. Ability to follow instructions and assist with various tasks as needed. Strong attention to detail and time management skills. Must understand and execute food safety and sanitation protocols. Physical ability to regularly lift or carry heavy equipment and stand for long periods of time.

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