Back-of-House Support Associate Alqueria - 4.4 Columbus, OH Job Details Part-time | Full-time $18 - $25 an hour 13 hours ago Qualifications Pre-cooking preparation Teamwork Packing Ability to follow instructions Picking & packing Full Job Description Job Summary Alqueria is seeking a dependable, hardworking, and team-oriented Back-of-House Support Associate to assist with daily kitchen operations and food service activities. The ideal candidate will support food preparation, dishwashing, cleaning, restocking, and kitchen organization while helping maintain a safe, sanitary, and efficient back-of-house environment. Key Responsibilities Assist kitchen staff with basic food preparation and ingredient handling. Wash, cut, portion, and organize ingredients as directed. Prepare and stock ingredients, supplies, and equipment for daily service. Support cooks and kitchen staff with routine food production tasks. Assist with assembling, preparing, and packaging food orders when needed. Wash, rinse, sanitize, and properly store dishes, utensils, cookware, and equipment. Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen and preparation areas. Clean and sanitize countertops, workstations, equipment, floors, and storage areas. Restock ingredients, utensils, containers, cleaning supplies, and other kitchen materials. Assist with receiving, organizing, labeling, and storing food and restaurant supplies. Remove trash and food waste according to established sanitation procedures. Monitor supply levels and report shortages or equipment concerns to management. Support kitchen and service teams during busy operating periods. Follow food safety, sanitation, food-handling, and workplace safety procedures. Assist with opening, closing, cleaning, and general back-of-house duties. Qualifications Previous restaurant, kitchen, food service, or back-of-house experience preferred. Basic knowledge of food preparation and commercial kitchen procedures. Understanding of sanitation and food safety practices. Ability to follow recipes, instructions, and workplace procedures. Strong attention to cleanliness, organization, and food quality. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Good communication and teamwork skills. Reliable, punctual, and dependable. Comfortable standing, walking, bending, lifting, and performing physical kitchen tasks for extended periods. Ability to safely handle kitchen tools and equipment. Willingness to learn and assist with a variety of kitchen responsibilities. Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. About the Company Alqueria is a food-service establishment focused on quality food preparation, attentive service, and a welcoming dining experience. The team emphasizes organized kitchen operations, cleanliness, teamwork, consistent food quality, and efficient service.

Pay:

$18.00 - $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 44.0 per week

Work Location:

In person