What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kitchen Helper position at Flames?
Job Description
Flames is seeking a dependable and hardworking Kitchen Helper to support daily kitchen operations and assist the food preparation team. This role involves preparing ingredients, organizing kitchen supplies, maintaining clean workstations, and helping cooks complete food orders efficiently. The ideal candidate is reliable, attentive to cleanliness, and comfortable working in a busy restaurant kitchen.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with basic food preparation and routine kitchen tasks.
- Wash, peel, cut, and organize ingredients as directed by kitchen staff.
- Prepare ingredients and supplies for daily food service.
- Help assemble food orders and maintain order accuracy.
- Follow recipe instructions, portion guidelines, and food-quality standards.
- Keep kitchen workstations, counters, and preparation areas clean and organized.
- Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment as needed.
- Restock ingredients, food containers, and kitchen supplies.
- Assist cooks and other kitchen team members during busy service periods.
- Help receive, store, and organize food deliveries as assigned.
- Remove trash and maintain proper sanitation throughout the shift.
- Follow food-safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
- Assist with opening, closing, and routine kitchen cleaning duties.
- Work cooperatively with kitchen and restaurant team members.
Qualifications
- Previous kitchen, restaurant, café, or food-service experience is helpful but not always required.
- Reliable, punctual, and responsible.
- Strong attention to cleanliness, food safety, and organization.
- Able to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Willingness to learn food preparation and kitchen procedures.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Able to perform routine kitchen duties throughout the shift.
- Professional and dependable approach to work.
Benefits
- On-the-job training and support.
- Flexible scheduling may be available.
- Employee meal discounts or restaurant perks may be available.
- Opportunities to develop kitchen and food-service skills.
- Supportive and team-oriented work environment.
- Additional benefits may vary by position and employment status.
About the Company
Flames provides a food-service environment focused on food quality, hospitality, and customer service. The kitchen team works together to maintain clean, organized work areas and support efficient daily operations while providing guests with a positive dining experience.
Pay: $24.00 - $29.00 per hour
Expected hours: 34.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24 - $29