Job Title: Kitchen Helper
Company Name: VESTA ALBERTA LTD.
Work Location: 6036 3 St SW suite 106 Calgary, AB T2H 0H9
Terms of Employment: Full-time, Permanent
Wage: $15.50 per hour
Language of Work: English
Please contact via email: ilcentro.hr@gmail.com
Company Info:
We are a family - run restaurant for so many years, offering traditional italian pastas and pizza in a casual and cozy atmosphere in Calgary.
Job Description:
We are seeking a long term kitchen helper to join our team.
Job Duties:
Assist with Food Prep: Support chefs and cooks by preparing ingredients, including washing, peeling, and chopping vegetables and fruits. Operate manual and electric kitchen tools to slice, peel, and trim food items.
Maintain Kitchen Cleanliness: Keep the kitchen tidy by washing and organizing dishes, pots, pans, and utensils. Regularly clean workstations, counters, cupboards, storage areas, and equipment, ensuring all surfaces are sanitized.
Dishwashing and Table Setting: Use dishwashers to clean dishes, glassware, and flatware. Transport cleaned items to serving areas and arrange tables for service.
Clear and Reset Dining Areas: After meals, clear and clean tables, trays, and chairs, ensuring dining spaces are ready for the next guests.
Stock and Inventory Management: Unload and organize deliveries of food supplies, ingredients, and kitchen equipment. Store items properly in refrigerators, freezers, and cupboards, and rotate stock to prevent spoilage.
Restock Serving Areas: Ensure tables and serving stations are well-supplied with condiments and other necessary items to maintain smooth service.
Food Packaging and Serving: Package take-out orders, portion and wrap food items, and assist with plating and serving as required.
Simple Food Preparation: Prepare, warm, and complete basic food items as instructed by chefs or cooks.
Waste Disposal: Manage kitchen waste by disposing of garbage and recyclables according to safety guidelines. Keep trash areas clean and organized.
Equipment Care: Sharpen knives and report any equipment issues to supervisors. Assist with basic maintenance tasks as needed.
Floor Maintenance: Sweep, mop, and polish kitchen floors to keep them clean and safe.
Handle Cleaning Supplies: Safely manage and store cleaning products in line with health and safety standards, ensuring a hygienic work environment.
Team Cooperation: Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure the kitchen runs efficiently. Engage in team meetings and contribute to a positive workplace atmosphere.
Qualifications:
1. Completion of High School.
2. Prior experience in a kitchen environment is preferred but not required.
3. As a Kitchen Helper, you will be working in a fast-paced environment where efficiency and speed are essential to meet the demands of the kitchen operations.
4. This position may require standing for long periods, lifting heavy objects, and moving quickly around the kitchen.
5. A strong focus on customer satisfaction and providing high-quality service is important in the restaurant industry.
