Kitchen Assistant

Kitchen Assistant

Work for a mission-driven organization that offers full benefits and a retention bonus for completing the season!

NatureBridge provides environmental science education experiences for more than 30,000 students and their teachers every year in the world's best classrooms: our National Parks. Our mission is to connect young people to the science and wonder of the natural world, igniting self-discovery, and inspiring stewardship of the planet.

The kitchen assistant is responsible for ensuring the front of the house is clean, stocked, and running smoothly for buffet or cafeteria style meal services for up to 200 people. The kitchen assistant will also wash dishes and perform prep work tasks such as washing and chopping fresh fruits and vegetables, and packaging or portioning ready to eat items and ingredients for the cooks. The host will perform regular cleaning tasks and seasonal deep cleaning and may be assigned light maintenance in the kitchen. During some programs kitchen assistants will have additional guest service tasks. This position is seasonal from approximately May through November.

Primary duties and responsibilities include:

• Prepare, serve and clean up after meals in accordance with established procedures and checklists.
• Understand how to manage allergens and minimize the risk of cross-contamination in the kitchen.
• Ability to learn the menu, and basic information about NatureBridge campus and policy in order to provide outstanding guest service.
• Check in and put away food deliveries according to FIFO and keep storage areas organized.
• Perform daily cleaning such as sweeping, scrubbing the floor, and other general cleaning.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Monitor and record cooking and food storage temperatures in accordance with U.S. public health standards.
• Perform physical tasks requiring lifting up to 50 pounds such as moving equipment, and supplies.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with all staff, guests and Olympic National Park visitors and staff and provide outstanding guest service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Compensation:

• $18.00/hour
• Potential for a retention bonus upon completion of the season
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Option for a 403b retirement plan with employer match after six months
• Generous paid vacation, training days and sick leave
• Other benefits include Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and more

Who you are:

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and consistently to high standards.
• Demonstrated ability to work cheerfully as part of a team under sometimes stressful conditions.
• Must be willing and able to work weekends, evenings, and early mornings.
• Experience in food service is highly desirable.
• Experience in guest service facing roles is must.
• Expected to acquire a state food handler's card and current upon hire.

Why should you join the NatureBridge team?

• We are a mission-driven organization that values your contributions and supports you in making a positive impact on youth and the environment.
• Work in a beautiful natural setting with other dedicated staff who are passionate about their jobs and the environment.
• Become part of a hard-working team that likes to make their work fun.

NatureBridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate based on any protected category, including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, gender, gender expression (including transgender expression or pregnancy), political affiliation, age, immigration status or disability. We encourage qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Please let us know if you require any accommodation.

How to apply:

Submit your application to our Online Career Portal. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.