Find & Apply For Kitchen Staff Jobs in Castro Valley, California

Job Summary Join our dynamic culinary team as a Kitchen Staff member and be at the heart of creating memorable dining experiences! In this energetic role, you'll support food preparation, maintain cleanliness, and ensure smooth kitchen operations. Your enthusiasm and dedication will help deliver exceptional service to our guests while working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in food handling, customer service, and restaurant operations. Responsibilities Assist with food preparation, ensuring ingredients are ready and properly stored according to safety standards Maintain cleanliness of all kitchen areas, including counters, utensils, and equipment through regular cleaning and sanitizing Support bussing duties by clearing tables promptly and efficiently to keep the dining area tidy Handle manual lifting and heavy lifting safely when moving supplies, ingredients, or equipment Follow safe lifting practices to prevent injury during stock replenishment or equipment handling Serve food and beverages to guests in a friendly and professional manner, supporting overall guest satisfaction Operate POS systems such as Aloha POS or Micros POS for order processing and transactions Assist with food running duties to ensure timely delivery of orders from kitchen to tables Support food safety protocols by adhering to proper food handling procedures at all times Contribute to a positive guest experience through excellent in-person customer service and communication skills Participate in banquet or special event setups as needed, supporting overall restaurant operations Skills Proven experience in food service, restaurant work, or kitchen environments with a strong understanding of food handling and preparation techniques Knowledge of cleaning protocols and bussing procedures to maintain hygiene standards Ability to perform manual handling tasks safely, including heavy lifting and safe lifting practices Familiarity with POS systems such as Aloha POS or Micros POS for efficient order processing Excellent communication skills for effective teamwork and guest interactions Experience with food safety regulations and proper food handling procedures Strong customer service orientation with a friendly, energetic attitude Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced setting while maintaining attention to detail Previous banquet experience or hospitality background is a plus but not required Join us today and become part of a vibrant team dedicated to delivering outstanding hospitality! Your energy, skills, and commitment will make a real difference in creating enjoyable dining experiences for our guests.

Pay:

$22.00 - $28.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person