Kitchen Assistant - CIA Restaurant Group : Job Details

** Kitchen Assistant**

**Job Category****:** Food & Wine Demonstrations **Requisition Number****:** KITCH02476 Showing 1 location **Job Details**

**Description**

**POSITION SUMMARY**

The on-call Kitchen Assistant is responsible for assisting the Food Enthusiasts Program instructors with preparations and breakdown of Boot Camp programs.

**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES**

* Ensures equipment and machinery is properly used, maintained and secured.

* Ensures proper post-service cleaning of kitchen by scheduling of contractors while maintaining cleaning budget.

* Establishes, maintains and secures food par stocks, including dairy, dry goods and produce, to supplement the needs of classes.

* Organizes, maintains, and secures dry storage areas, equipment cabinets and drawers, dish room, equipment inventory, walk-ins and reach-ins.

* Assists guests with any questions, general needs, and provides training on the safe operation of all equipment, locating utensils, equipment and/or food items that may be needed. Keeps students informed of dishwashing and cleaning procedures of all kitchen and common spaces.

* Any and all other duties as assigned.

**REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS**

Education:

* High school diploma or GED.

Experience:

* Minimum 3 years of foodservice back of the house operations.

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS**

* Public speaking experience.

* ServSafe Sanitation Certification.

**REQUIRED SKILLS**

* Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills; ability to be adaptable, dependable and handle multiple priorities simultaneously.

Demonstrated ability to show a high level of service responsiveness to customers.

* Must be detail oriented with excellent organization skills.

* Knowledge of basic food ingredients and kitchen operations.

* Ability to remain calm focused, professional and supportive in stressful situations.

**WORKING CONDITIONS**

* Ability to frequently lift and carry 30 pounds.

* Ability to occasionally lift and carry 50 pounds with assistance.

* Ability to withstand high ambient temperatures while working in close proximity of cooking equipment.

* Ability to stand and work for extended periods of time during customary service hours.

* Able to bend, stoops or reach as needed.

* Must be able to work a flexible schedule including Saturdays and/or Sundays; evening work or extended hours as indicated by business needs.

**ADDITIONAL INFORMATION**

At The Culinary Institute of America, it is important to us that we support our employees with a substantial and meaningful package of benefits. We believe in supporting our employees with benefits to assist with work life balance.

Benefits are offered based on the position type and status. Benefits offered may include:

* Paid time off program

* Flexible scheduling

* Discounts on public programs

* And more!

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