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Kitchen Assistant

The idea of Bread & Chocolate came from our founder’s kitchen. We take great pride in the foods we prepare and are careful to invite people to join our staff that understand this and can uphold our standards. The Kitchen Assistant position is important to our kitchen. This position supports the Kitchen Manager and the Lead Kitchen Assistant roles.  This position includes, but is not limited to, assisting in the preparing of dishes, cooking, delivering meals, washing dishes, and maintaining the kitchen and equipment. This is a fast-paced position where quality is important.

Hours & Compensation

This is a part-time position with a lot of variation in schedule. Work hours can vary between 5-20 hrs a week, including day, evening, and weekend hours, as well as occasional holidays. The schedule is communicated 2 weeks in advance. Rate of pay is determined based on experience, taking into account market rates.

Accountability

The Kitchen Assistant reports to the Kitchen Manager.

Responsibility

Assist the Kitchen Manager and Lead Kitchen Assistant
Cleanup throughout the day and at the end of each day, including kitchen appliances, work surfaces, floors, and walls
Wash dishes and utensils and make sure they are stored in an organized way in the designated areas
Ensure that all food preparation areas are clean and hygienic
Wash, peel, chop, cut and cook and help to prepare meals
Delivery of some catering orders
Delivery of food donations
Have a clear understanding of food safety guidelines and protocols and apply all principles carefully to your work
Occasional small errands, as necessary
Attend to our dress code carefully

Requirements

Education and Work Experience

High School diploma or equivalent
Previous kitchen experience preferred

General Requirements

Time efficient, organized, and detail-oriented
Ability to take direction well
Excellent communications skills
Willingness to learn and work with a team of people
Ability to develop professional relationships with coworkers
Ability to problem-solve and work independently in a changing and fast-paced environment
Ability to respond to stressful situations in professional and productive ways
Ability to lift 50 pounds
Ability to spend entire shift, with the exception of breaks, on your feet

 

How to Apply:

Email audra@breadandchocolate.com or apply online at www.breadandchocolate.com/jobs

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