Kitchen Assistant

Kitchen Assistant

With a culture of recognition and reputation for excellence, ELS is the ideal organization in which to develop a long and successful career!

ELS is hiring for the position of Kitchen Assistant in Harlingen, Texas.

What you'll do:

The Kitchen Assistant performs cleaning, washing and preparation duties as required to support kitchen operations. This position assists cooks and kitchen supervisors to ensure that the kitchen is run in a smooth and efficient manner and complies with all food health and safety regulations.

Your job will include:

• Ensure that the kitchen complies with all food health and safety regulations.
• Clean and wash the full kitchen area, including refrigerators, freezers and storage rooms.
• Sanitize all food preparation areas according to established standards.
• Wash and appropriately store all cooking appliances, instruments, utensils, cutting boards and dishes.
• Sweep and mop kitchen floors and wipe down kitchen walls.
• Unload, organize and store food supplies.
• Transfer meal ingredients for storage areas to the kitchen per instructions.
• Wash, clean, peel, cut, chop and otherwise prepare ingredients as needed.
• Remove garbage and wash garbage cans.
• Record and report notable food waste as seen from customer leftovers.
• Complete all tasks in a timely and thorough manner.

Experience & skills you'll need:

• High school diploma, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Some experience working in kitchens and a food handler's license preferred.
• Sound knowledge of food health and safety regulations.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Willingness and ability to work flexible shifts, which may include evenings and weekends.