Kitchen Assistant

Silver Cliff Ranch - Buena Vista, CO

Part-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Buena Vista, CO

About the position

The Kitchen Assistant will support the Head Cook and Assistant Cook in meal preparation and kitchen maintenance during a summer employment period. This role involves assisting in the preparation and serving of meals, maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas, and ensuring a high standard of food safety and hygiene. The position is ideal for individuals who enjoy working in a team-oriented environment and are passionate about providing quality meals to guests.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Cook/Assistant Cook with daily meal preparation including properly handling food, combining ingredients, and cooking meals as instructed.
• Assist with the serving of three meals per day.
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen and Dining Hall after every meal.
• Assist with the clean-up of the Dining Hall guest restrooms.
• Use commercial dishwasher to clean all dishware after every meal.
• Complete washing of all cookware, utensils, and other items too heavily soiled or large for the mechanical dishwasher after every meal.
• Assist with campus-wide turn around clean ups after groups leave.
• Work with the Head Cook to ensure cleanliness of the kitchen area and equipment.
• Assist with trash removal after every meal.
• Execute other duties assigned by the Head Cook and Executive Director.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in restaurant kitchens, coffee shops, bakeries, or other food service positions preferred.
• Ability to work on a team and relate well with others.
• Self-starter and organizer.
• Ability to accept guidance, direction, and supervision.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds including unloading food, supplies, and equipment as needed.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards.
• Ability to provide First Aid and assist guests in an emergency once certified.
• Pass a pre-employment drug screen and random drug screens throughout employment.
• Provide proof of work eligibility status upon request.
• Pass a pre-employment and biennial criminal background checks.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills in writing and verbally in English.
• Provide excellent customer service using organizational and planning skills.
• Maintain the highest standard of personal hygiene.
• Work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining emotional control and professional composure.
• Maintain computer literacy required to meet the responsibilities of the position.
• Willingness to learn and demonstrate a working knowledge of Silver Cliff Ranch policies and procedures.
• Maintain professional and ethical standards including respect for staff, children, and community members.

Benefits

• Shared housing and three meals/day provided
• 3 days off most weeks
• $500 Travel Bonus
• $500 End of Term Bonus