Overview
The Kitchen Staff are the backbone of the hospitality service industry. They ensure the smooth operation of the kitchen by preparing ingredients, cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment, assisting in food preparation, and maintaining stock levels of food and supplies. They are responsible for maintaining high hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen to assure the quality of food served to guests. Additionally, they may handle customer service related issues, such as taking orders, serving food, and addressing customer complaints where needed.
Responsibilities
- Prepare ingredients and assist in food preparation.
- Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment and work areas.
- Maintain stock levels of food and supplies; monitor perishables and rotate stock.
- Uphold high hygiene and food safety standards to ensure quality of food served.
- Provide basic customer service support when required, including taking orders or serving food and addressing routine concerns.
Qualifications
Food handler's certificate or equivalent food safety training.Good physical fitness and endurance; ability to stand for long periods and handle heavy equipment.Strong teamwork, time management, and multitasking abilities to operate in a fast-paced kitchen environment.Experience in related roles (e.g., Wait Staff, Dishwasher, or Food Prep Assistant) is helpful for gaining relevant hospitality industry exposure.Experience / Career Path
Prior roles such as Wait Staff, Dishwasher, or Food Prep Assistant can provide relevant experience for Kitchen Staff positions.
Locations
Port Jefferson Station, NY (20 miles from Melville, NY)Bohemia, NY (14 miles from Melville, NY)Sayville / Bohemia, NYSmithtown, NY (11 miles from Melville, NY)J-18808-Ljbffr