Kitchen Prep / Back-of-House Assistant (Fast-Paced Chinese Takeout)
China Bistro
Job Description
Job Description
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
About Us
With over 35 years of restaurant industry experience, we operate a strong, stable, and high-volume Chinese takeout business. We believe in taking care of our team: if you show respect, work hard, and bring a positive attitude, we will invest in you and your long-term growth.
What You’ll Do
- Handmade Appetizers: Prepare, roll, and fold high-demand appetizers like egg rolls, crab rangoons and wontons.
- Prep Ingredients: Wash, peel, chop, and portion vegetables, meats, and aromatics to keep the line moving fast.
- Wok & Line Cooking Opportunities: Learn and train to cook fried rice, soup, noodles, classic sauce entrées, and deep-fryer items on the line.
- Inventory & Restock: Unload weekly deliveries, organize dry storage and walk-in coolers (FIFO), and keep prep stations fully stocked.
- Kitchen Support: Maintain a clean workspace, handle dishware/equipment sanitation, and jump in wherever help is needed.
What We’re Looking For
- Basic knife skills and kitchen safety awareness (prior restaurant prep experience preferred, but we will train the right attitude).
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and lift up to 40–50 lbs (produce boxes, rice bags).
- Reliability, punctuality, and a strong team-first mindset.
- Adaptable, willing to jump into different tasks, and eager to learn new kitchen skills.
Perks & Benefits
- Hourly pay with steady, reliable hours
- Free shift meals every day
- Clear path to line cook training and pay raises
- Fast, straightforward hiring process—start immediately
Apply today and join our kitchen team!
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