Assistant Cook

AUBERGINE KITCHEN Assistant Cook Kitchen — Morning & Night Reports To: Lead Cook / Assistant Manager Shift: Monday - Saturday 8am-3pm| Shifts include weekends | Closed Sundays Job Type: Full-Time & Part-Time Pay: $16 WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR Ability to communicate in English, Spanish, or Portuguese. Willingness to learn from lead cooks; sense of urgency and accuracy in a fast-paced kitchen; punctual, organized, and detail-oriented. 25+; prior experience in a restaurant or professional kitchen required. Completes Aubergine's onboarding and position-specific training; Food Handler Certificate within 14 days of hire (company-supported). Available 30–40 hrs/week incl. weekends/holidays (closed Sundays, Thanksgiving, Christmas, July 4th). Able to stand/move for extended periods, lift/push/carry up to 50 lbs, and work around heat, steam, and cold. WHAT YOU'LL DO Production Support Assist preparing proteins, sauces, and hot items per the lead cook's instructions; support cooking, reheating, cooling, and storing with accurate temperature recording. Keep the production area and line stocked with proteins and sauces throughout service. Food Safety & Organization Label and organize food items respecting expiration dates and FIFO rotation. Clean and sanitize equipment, utensils, and surfaces during and after the shift; report missing ingredients or damaged equipment immediately. Shift Communication & Support Document what was prepared or cooled for the next shift; support lead cooks with opening/closing organization. Night shift Assistant Cooks assist with closing duties; support other stations as needed. BENEFITS Employee discount, PTO, referral program. #J-18808-Ljbffr