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Serenite Hospitality

Kitchen Assistant

Fish Camp, CA · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Kitchen Assistant Join our dynamic culinary team as a Kitchen Assistant, where your support will be essential in maintaining a smooth and efficient kitchen operation. We are looking for a motivated ...

Peverel Court Care

£12.71/hr

Are you ready to transform your culinary passion into a rewarding and meaningful career? We are seeking a skilled and dedicated kitchen assistant to join our talented culinary team. Embark on a ...

Bethel Church of Redding

Kitchen Assistant

Redding, CA · On-site

Job Summary As a key member of the Bethel Kitchen Team, the Kitchen Assistant ensures our daily ... Degree or certification in Culinary Arts or Hospitality. * Experience in large scale catering or ...

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Kitchen Assistant

Point Reyes Station, CA • On-site

Robert Giacomini Dairy Inc
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$18 - $22/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

Job description

Description

Love great food? Love great cheese? Love creating memorable guest experiences rooted in hospitality and craftsmanship?


If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.


Owned by the Giacomini family, Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Company (PRFC) is a fourth-generation, family-owned dairy and creamery known for producing award-winning artisan cheese on the farm where the cows are raised. PRFC offers a unique and dynamic work environment-one where hospitality, agriculture, and culinary craft come together to create an exceptional guest experience.


Position Summary

The Kitchen Assistant is a vital part of our culinary team at The Fork, our on-the-farm Culinary Center at located in Point Reyes Station. Working alongside the Sous Chef and Executive Chef/Culinary Director, you'll help support the day-to-day operations of a kitchen that celebrates exceptional food and the best of Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese.
This is a seasonal role running through December, with Thursday, Friday, and Saturday shifts.


Essential Functions

1. Performs food preparation as assigned and scheduled by the Sous Chef or Executive Chef/Culinary Director.

2. Maintains a clean, safe, and organized workspace while upholding food safety standards at all times.

3. Assists with the organization of all food storage areas to keep the kitchen running efficiently.

4. Supports the rotation and management of existing food inventory to minimize waste.

5. Works collaboratively across all kitchen tasks, lending a hand wherever it's needed to keep the team moving forward.

6. Performs other duties as assigned.


Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Time Management - Ability to prioritize and complete tasks efficiently within shift hours.

Communication Skills - Clear, professional communication with kitchen staff and leadership.

Stress Tolerance - Ability to remain calm and focused during high-volume service periods.

Flexibility - Willingness to adapt to changing priorities and kitchen needs.

Self-Starter - Takes initiative and works independently when needed.

Team Player - Collaborates effectively with all members of the culinary team.

Detail-Oriented - Maintains precision and attention to quality in all tasks.


Work Environment

This position operates in a professional kitchen and dining environment. The role includes regular exposure to heat, kitchen equipment, cleaning agents, and occasional outdoor conditions. The position requires focus, attention to detail, and adherence to safety and sanitation standards at all times.


Physical Requirements

This is a physically active position requiring frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting. The employee must be able to remain on their feet for extended periods and safely lift or move items weighing up to 40 pounds.


Schedule

This is a seasonal, part-time position running through December. Scheduled shifts are Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, approximately 9AM - 4PM (dependent on prep needs). Schedules are subject to change with advance notice to accommodate special events and operational demands, which may include evenings.


Our Values

At Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Company, we treat each other with respect, work hard together, and celebrate our shared successes. We're proud of what we create and the people who make it happen.


EEO Statement

The law makes it illegal to discriminate against someone on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, or sex. The law also makes it illegal to retaliate against a person because the person complained about discrimination, filed a charge of discrimination, or participated in an employment discrimination investigation or lawsuit. The law also requires that employers reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' sincerely held religious practices, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the operation of the employer's business.

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