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Kitchen Assistant

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $14.00 - $18.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional Development

Job Description

Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) is a prestigious art and design college located in Providence, Rhode Island. Established in 1877, RISD is internationally renowned for its commitment to creativity, academic excellence, and fostering an inclusive community that supports a diverse student body. RISD emphasizes a comprehensive learning environment where students and staff alike contribute to a vibrant and collaborative culture. The institution offers various academic and community services, including residential dining and catering operations aimed at serving the campus population with quality food service and hospitality. The dining services at RISD play a crucial role in supporting the daily... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Prior experience in food service is preferred
  • Knowledge of kitchen sanitation and safety guidelines necessary
  • Ability to produce desired results in a very busy kitchen environment
  • Must be able to follow recipes and instructions
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Demonstrates basic math skills and the ability to follow recipes and instructions
  • Must possess good organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Exhibits strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team
  • Valid driver's license is preferred
  • Multilingual preferred

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Prior experience in food service is preferred
  • Knowledge of kitchen sanitation and safety guidelines
  • Ability to produce desired results in a very busy kitchen environment
  • Must be able to follow recipes and instructions
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Demonstrates basic math skills
  • Must possess good organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Exhibits strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team

Job Duties

  • Assists in pre-preparation tasks such as gathering mise en place, cleaning, and weighing/measuring and preparing ingredients
  • Prepares items for commissary and catering as assigned
  • Sets up, maintains, and breaks down service areas including bakery, pizza, salad bars, entree stations and serving lines in accordance with checklists and standardized recipes
  • Assists in the pot area and dish room, putting clean equipment away, sweeping/mopping floors, removing trash and compost from production area to designated locations
  • Assist receiver in unloading and putting away deliveries
  • Restocks kitchen stations with necessary utensils, plates, equipment, ingredients and cooking supplies
  • Provide professional, positive customer service when serving customers and students on service lines, playing close attention to established portion sizing and service logistics associated with assigned venue

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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