Grand Island, NE - Hourly Kitchen Assistant

JOB OVERVIEW

The Hourly Kitchen Assistant Manager works directly with the Kitchen Manager to assist in the supervision and coordination of activities for staff engaged in preparing and serving food. This role serves as a key point of contact for the kitchen team and is often designated as the Manager on Duty (MOD), responsible for maintaining operational standards during those shifts.

Hours: This job requires you to work during the evening, weekends, and occasionally on holidays.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Job Duties include but are not limited to:

• Assists the Kitchen Manager in the preparation, serving, and cooking of all food.

• Assists the Kitchen Manager in overseeing incoming and outgoing food, including logging inventory, entering invoices, and conducting weekly or bi-weekly stock counts.

• Ensures all incoming food is correctly stored (pantry, freezer, walk-in) and maintains continuous inventory of supplies.

• Reports shortages and potential issues to the Kitchen Manager.

• Monitors food freshness and ensures all products are within date.

• Maintains strict quality and presentation standards for every meal served.

• Ensures consistent cleanliness in the kitchen, food preparation areas, storage units, and the dish pit.

• Ensures all kitchen equipment is operating correctly and used safely.

• Ensures all food is prepared according to recipes and training standards.

• Leads and supports kitchen staff, fostering a positive and professional work environment.

• Serves as a role model to staff through professional actions, appearance, language, and conduct.

• Ensures adherence to safety protocols, including the use of cut gloves when handling knives.

• Strives to maintain "A" grade kitchen standards at all times.

• Maintains open communication with the Kitchen Manager, General Manager, and other leadership staff.

• Assists in monitoring and regulating food costs.

• Manages assigned tasks to meet strict time schedules.

• Maintains compliance with all sanitation regulations and food handling guidelines.

• Completes any other duties as delegated or directed by your supervisor.

• Maintain the cleanliness and tidiness of restrooms throughout scheduled shifts.

• Perform general cleaning duties as required.

• Undertake any other tasks as delegated or assigned by the supervisor.