SRGE3
Located in:
Grand Rapids, MI
Pay: $17-$19/HR., BOE
Job Full Description:
A manufacturing company in West Michigan is seeking a skilled Assistant to the Chef to support daily operations of its corporate café and assist with catering services for both on-site and off-site company events. This part-time, daytime role is ideal for a culinary professional with some food prep and cooking experience who thrives in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment. The Assistant to the Chef ensures meals and catering orders meet quality, presentation, and safety standards, while supporting the Café & Catering Chef in all kitchen operations.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare ingredients and cook meals for breakfast and lunch service, following established recipes and portion guidelines
- Assist with preparation, packaging, labeling, and delivery of catering orders for on-site and off-site meetings and events
- Participate in the transportation, setup, and presentation of catering orders, ensuring proper temperature control and food safety
- Maintain proper storage, labeling, and rotation of ingredients and prepared foods
- Support inventory management, including receiving, organizing, and storing deliveries
- Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and utensils according to food safety standards
- Follow production schedules and standard operating procedures to ensure consistency and quality
- Communicate effectively with the Café & Catering Chef and team to ensure smooth workflow
- Assist with other kitchen or food service tasks as assigned
Schedule: Part-time, Monday–Friday, 6am-12pm, Occasional varied schedule may be required for special events and catering.
Job Experience
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in a commercial kitchen, café, or catering environment
- Basic cooking skills, knife handling, and standard food preparation methods
- Knowledge of safe food handling, sanitation, and kitchen safety practices
- Ability to follow instructions, multitask, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 40 lbs., and assist with food transportation
Preferred:
- SERV Safe Food Handler Certification
- Experience assisting with catering set-up or transportation
- Prior experience in corporate or institutional food service
- Interest in developing culinary skills and expanding responsibilities in cooking and catering operations
Grand Rapids, MI
Susan Delauter
Susan.Delauter@SRGexpress.com
616-608-9681
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