Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training opportunities
Job Description
Rib Crib is a well-established barbecue restaurant chain known for its authentic smoked meats and Southern-style cuisine. With a dedication to quality, tradition, and excellent customer service, Rib Crib provides a comfortable dining experience for families and barbecue lovers alike. The company operates multiple locations and prides itself on maintaining high standards of food safety, kitchen cleanliness, and operational efficiency. Team members at Rib Crib are encouraged to embrace a culture of collaboration and accountability to ensure the smooth flow of kitchen operations and satisfy every guest.
The role of a Kitchen Assistant at Rib Crib plays a vital part in supporting the Kitchen Manager by handling food preparation tasks and ensuring that all kitchen operations meet the company’s high standards. This position requires hands-on involvement in preparing vegetables, meats, and side dishes while adhering strictly to food safety and sanitation guidelines. A Kitchen Assistant is expected to maintain a clean and organized workspace, assist in the proper use of kitchen tools and equipment, and contribute actively to the overall teamwork that makes Rib Crib kitchens efficient and productive. This position is suitable for candidates who enjoy a fast-paced environment and have the ability to multitask effectively.
The responsibilities of the Kitchen Assistant include washing, peeling, cutting, and preparing vegetables and side items, as well as cleaning, cutting, preparing, and smoking meats and poultry. The role demands knowledge of portion control by accurately measuring food weights and ensuring proper portion sizes. Additionally, the Kitchen Assistant is responsible for transporting food items throughout the kitchen and ensuring work areas and utensils are clean and sanitized regularly. Commitment to safety procedures and the correct use of cleaning products are essential to maintain the integrity of the kitchen environment. The role also involves handling waste management tasks such as segregating and removing garbage at appropriate times, maintaining cleanliness by steam cleaning or hosing garbage containers.
Ideal candidates for this position possess the ability to read kitchen prep books and manuals to follow recipes accurately, show proficiency in operating various kitchen equipment including convection ovens, grills, fryers, and smokers, and demonstrate the physical capability to perform tasks involving standing for long periods and lifting heavy items when necessary. Prior experience in a similar role is valued, and holders of a Food Handler’s Permit will find this qualification advantageous. Overall, the Kitchen Assistant is integral to ensuring that Rib Crib maintains the quality and consistency that customers expect while fostering a supportive team atmosphere within the kitchen.
The role of a Kitchen Assistant at Rib Crib plays a vital part in supporting the Kitchen Manager by handling food preparation tasks and ensuring that all kitchen operations meet the company’s high standards. This position requires hands-on involvement in preparing vegetables, meats, and side dishes while adhering strictly to food safety and sanitation guidelines. A Kitchen Assistant is expected to maintain a clean and organized workspace, assist in the proper use of kitchen tools and equipment, and contribute actively to the overall teamwork that makes Rib Crib kitchens efficient and productive. This position is suitable for candidates who enjoy a fast-paced environment and have the ability to multitask effectively.
The responsibilities of the Kitchen Assistant include washing, peeling, cutting, and preparing vegetables and side items, as well as cleaning, cutting, preparing, and smoking meats and poultry. The role demands knowledge of portion control by accurately measuring food weights and ensuring proper portion sizes. Additionally, the Kitchen Assistant is responsible for transporting food items throughout the kitchen and ensuring work areas and utensils are clean and sanitized regularly. Commitment to safety procedures and the correct use of cleaning products are essential to maintain the integrity of the kitchen environment. The role also involves handling waste management tasks such as segregating and removing garbage at appropriate times, maintaining cleanliness by steam cleaning or hosing garbage containers.
Ideal candidates for this position possess the ability to read kitchen prep books and manuals to follow recipes accurately, show proficiency in operating various kitchen equipment including convection ovens, grills, fryers, and smokers, and demonstrate the physical capability to perform tasks involving standing for long periods and lifting heavy items when necessary. Prior experience in a similar role is valued, and holders of a Food Handler’s Permit will find this qualification advantageous. Overall, the Kitchen Assistant is integral to ensuring that Rib Crib maintains the quality and consistency that customers expect while fostering a supportive team atmosphere within the kitchen.
Job Requirements
- six months previous job-related experience as determined by management
- food handler’s permit where applicable
- capable of reading kitchen prep books and manuals as required to prepare food recipes
- ability to handle multiple tasks at once
- proficient use of restaurant equipment including convection ovens, grills, fryers, smokers, steam tables, microwaves
- able to stand for long periods and occasionally lift up to 30 pounds with occasional lifting not to exceed 80 pounds
Job Qualifications
- capable of reading kitchen prep books and manuals as required to prepare food recipes
- ability to handle multiple tasks at once
- proficient use of restaurant equipment including convection ovens, grills, fryers, smokers, steam tables, microwaves
- six months previous job-related experience as determined by management
- food handler’s permit where applicable
Job Duties
- responsible for the efficient flow of food in the kitchen while maintaining levels of food safety and sanitation to rib crib standards
- washes, peels, cuts and prepares vegetables and side items
- cleans, cuts, prepares and smokes meats and poultry
- knows how to correctly measure food weights and portion sizes
- carries pans, containers, and trays of food to and from work stations, smokers and refrigerators
- cleans work areas, equipment, and utensils, segregates and removes garbage at shift change or when necessary, and steam cleans or hoses garbage containers
- observes safety procedures with regards to the use of kitchen supplies and equipment both correctly and safely throughout the shift
- demonstrates a willingness to assume any responsibility or perform any task to assist regardless of nature to demonstrate that teamwork is part of the operating culture
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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