Chichester Market is looking for a dependable and motivated Kitchen Assistant to assist our Kitchen Lead with daily food preparation and kitchen operations. This position will help prepare fresh sandwiches, deli salads, grab-and-go meals, and other house-made foods for our new market. The ideal candidate has some previous kitchen experience or willing to learn, works well as part of a team, and takes pride in preparing consistent, high-quality food. Responsibilities Assist the Kitchen Lead with daily food preparation and production Prepare made-to-order and grab-and-go sandwiches Make deli salads, side dishes, and other prepared foods Portion, package, label, and stock grab-and-go items Follow recipes, portion standards, and food presentation guidelines Keep the sandwich and preparation areas stocked and organized Monitor ingredient levels and communicate when supplies are running low Follow proper food-safety, sanitation, and temperature-control procedures Wash dishes, sanitize work surfaces, and maintain a clean kitchen Rotate ingredients and prepared foods using proper date-labeling procedures Assist with receiving and putting away kitchen deliveries Help customers when needed and provide friendly service Perform other kitchen and market duties as assigned Qualifications Some previous kitchen, deli, restaurant, or food-preparation experience is preferred or training will be provided Ability to follow recipes and verbal instructions Dependable, punctual, and able to work well with others Strong attention to cleanliness, organization, and food quality Comfortable working in a busy kitchen environment Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy Willingness to learn Chichester Market's recipes and procedures ServSafe or other food-safety training is helpful but not required at the time of hire Physical Requirements Ability to stand and work on your feet for extended periods Ability to bend, reach, and perform repetitive food-preparation tasks Ability to safely lift and carry up to 40 pounds Ability to work around commercial kitchen equipment and in refrigerated areas

Pay:

From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Paid training

Work Location:

In person