Kitchen Assistant - PT

Eugene, OR, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Range $15.00 - $19.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Training and Development

flexible scheduling

Retirement Plan

Paid holidays

Job Description

Upper Crust Food Service is a premier food service company dedicated to serving Sororities and Fraternities with a commitment to freshness, quality, variety, and unmatched customer service. Established with a vision to address the common challenges faced by fraternity and sorority houses, Upper Crust Food Service has built a reputable brand by offering consistent and professional kitchen services. Unlike many service providers, Upper Crust Food Service focuses heavily on reliability and culinary excellence, ensuring that every meal delivered meets the highest standards. Their chefs prepare tens of thousands of meals weekly for students across the country, making them a trusted partner in collegiate dining. The company prides itself on fostering strong relationships with clients and maintaining a professional yet personable approach to food preparation and delivery. Their emphasis on great food and personal service has allowed the company to grow steadily while staying true to its founding principles.

The Kitchen Assistant role at Upper Crust Food Service is a vital position that supports the culinary team in day-to-day operations. As a Kitchen Assistant, you will work closely under the guidance of the Head Chef and Sous Chef to prepare and execute food items, ensuring every dish meets company standards. In addition to food preparation, maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining environment is paramount. This includes cleaning grills, fryers, ovens, and all kitchen utensils and equipment. You'll also assist in restocking supplies at serving stations, refrigerators, and cupboards, supporting the overall kitchen workflow. This role demands a professional and positive attitude, as it requires teamwork and interaction with coworkers and customers alike. Effective communication with management through calls, emails, and texts is also an essential part of the job, fostering a transparent and efficient work environment.

This opportunity is perfect for candidates who thrive in fast-paced, high-volume kitchen settings, particularly those with experience in full-service restaurant environments. The position offers hourly pay ranging from $15 to $19 per hour for US National candidates, reflecting the importance of the role within the company. Upper Crust Food Service values individuals who are detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and passionate about delivering excellent service in a team-oriented culture.

The work environment may be loud and busy with various kitchen hazards such as hot surfaces, sharp knives, slippery floors, and exposure to cleaning chemicals. Candidates must be physically capable of standing for long periods, bending, stooping, and lifting up to 50 pounds when necessary. While prior certification in food safety handler and sanitation is preferred, the company offers flexibility for candidates to obtain certification within 30 days of employment. Upper Crust Food Service is committed to equal employment opportunities and upholds a strict non-discrimination policy across all employment terms and practices. This role embodies both the challenges and rewards of working in a professional culinary operation dedicated to collegiate sorority and fraternity food service excellence.

Job Requirements

Ability to work well as part of a team
understand various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
exhibit excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with a variety of personalities and under pressure
be familiar with the industry's best practices
2+ years in a full-service restaurant as a prep/line cook
ability to pass a background check
have a valid food safety handler and sanitation certification in accordance with state and local regulations or obtain one within 30 days of employment
high school diploma or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics such as food safety, preferred
capability to work in a loud and busy environment with kitchen hazards
ability to stand for long periods, walk, bend and stoop
physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds
willingness to handle exposure to cleaning chemicals

Job Qualifications

2+ years in a full-service restaurant as a prep/line cook
ability to pass a background check
have a valid food safety handler and sanitation certification or obtain one within 30 days of employment
high school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics such as food safety, preferred
excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with a variety of personalities and under pressure
understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
familiarity with industry best practices
ability to work well as part of a team

Job Duties

Prepare food as directed by Head Chef and/or Sous Chef
maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and dining room including tables, shelves, grills, broilers, fryers, pasta cookers, sauté burners, convection oven, flat top range, refrigeration equipment, and floors
wash kitchen utensils, equipment and dishes
stock supplies in serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, or salad bars
assist in unloading and putting away deliveries
maintain a positive and professional attitude with coworkers and customers
sort and remove the trash, placing it in designated pickup areas
communicate regularly with management via calls, emails, and texts