Kitchen Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Kitchen Assistant – Part-Time

Illumination Wines | Fort Mill, SC

Illumination Wines is looking for a dependable, positive Kitchen Assistant to join our team! We’re a locally owned wine bar with a small, easy-to-operate kitchen, a great team, and wonderful clientele.

This is a great position for someone who enjoys working with food but wants to avoid the late nights and high-stress environment of a traditional restaurant kitchen.

No fryers, no crazy restaurant hours, and no extensive experience required. We’re happy to train the right person!

Job Duties

• Prepare and assemble menu items according to our recipes and presentation standards
• Complete daily food prep and maintain prep lists
• Assist with charcuterie boards, small plates, sandwiches, flatbreads, and other menu items
• Ensure food is fresh, properly portioned, and beautifully presented
• Keep up with orders and maintain appropriate ticket times
• Stock and organize kitchen ingredients and supplies
• Properly label, date, rotate, and store food
• Help monitor inventory and minimize food waste
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized kitchen and prep area
• Wash dishes and kitchen equipment as needed
• Follow food safety and sanitation procedures
• Assist with opening and closing kitchen duties
• Work cooperatively with our front-of-house and back-of-house management

What We’re Looking For

• Dependable and punctual
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Able to work independently once trained
• Good attention to detail and presentation - quality control is our main focus
• Comfortable working at a steady pace when we’re busy
• Team-oriented and willing to jump in where needed
• Previous kitchen or food-service experience is a plus, but not required

Why Work With Us?

• Part-time hours (Thursday, Friday, and Saturday shifts required)
• No fryers
• No late-night restaurant hours
• Supportive, locally owned work environment
• Relaxed atmosphere with great clientele
• Opportunities to learn and grow
• Employee perks and discounts
• Training provided

We care more about finding someone with the right personality, work ethic, and attitude than someone with years of kitchen experience.

Interested in joining the Illumination Wines team?

Apply in person at Illumination Wines or send us a message to learn more!