Kitchen Assistant

Kitchen AssistantThe Kitchen Assistant works to support the mission of the Associated Students Child Development Center (CDC) by maintaining strict adherence to Child and Adult Food Program (CACFP) guidelines while supporting overall kitchen operation needs at the center.Essential FunctionsReports to Chef for all daily kitchen operationsSupporting the Chef by setting up carts with correct portions for food, drink and condimentsSetting up trays for afternoon snackDistributing lunch, snack and breakfast to classroomsDiscarding left-over food in garbage bins, taking care to look for silverware, plates & cupsSetting up next day's breakfast & lunch carts with appropriate hardware & utensilsReporting to Chef when problems arise:Low on suppliesSubstitution decisionsClean, breakdown, recycle cardboard boxes & other recyclable food containersRestock refrigerators, cupboards supplies & storage containersSupporting the Chef with preparing and cutting vegetables, fruits and meatsMaintaining temperatures for all refrigerators and freezersHelps to maintain a clean kitchen and environment: counters, refrigerators, oven, microwave, drawers, cabinets, dish sterilizerWashing & sanitizing dishes, bins, carts, food storage containers, cooking pans after breakfast and lunchParticipate in required health and safety training as neededKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesPrevious experience working in a kitchen environment requiredAbility to work as a team playerAbility to work independently with little or minimum supervision.Requires excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to provide customer service within a diverse culture.The ability to follow directions, work well with other employees and the general public, learn and adapt to new kitchen procedures in a timely manner as well as ability to work well under pressure.Reliable and consistent work attendance and professionalism is required.Work Environment, Hours and Physical DemandsThis job operates in a kitchen environment and routinely uses standard kitchen equipment.Must be able to operate kitchen equipmentMust be able to occasionally lift or carry kitchen products or supplies, up to 40 pounds.Must be available Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM - 3:00PMRequired or Preferred Education and ExperienceMust be a current matriculated SJSU studentMust be age 18 years or olderEqual Employment StatementAssociated Students provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. A.S. provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.