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Kitchen Assistant
Job Type: Part-Time; 16-20 hours per week
Salary: $17 per hour
Schedule: Tuesdays (10 a.m.– 7 p.m.) and Wednesdays (11:30 a.m.– 7 p.m.)
Position Overview: Revive & Thrive is a dynamic nonprofit that prepares and delivers medically supportive meals to individuals facing serious health challenges. Our commercial kitchen is a vibrant, collaborative space where adult and teen volunteers come together to nourish our community.
As Kitchen Assistant, you will play an essential role in kitchen operations, supporting the Executive Chef in meal preparation and occasionally filling in to lead the kitchen when needed. You will also help guide and work alongside our teen volunteers in our Teen Chef program, making this an excellent opportunity for anyone who enjoys mentoring young people while building professional culinary skills.
This is a hands-on position for someone eager to gain experience in a commercial kitchen, work alongside a supportive and collaborative team, and make a meaningful impact within a mission-driven organization. The ideal candidate brings a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the Executive Chef in preparing high-quality, healing meals.
Fill in to lead kitchen operations as needed when the Executive Chef and Kitchen Manager are unavailable.
Train and supervise adult and high school teen volunteers to ensure consistency in food quality, portion sizes, and kitchen procedures.
Foster a positive, inclusive environment for teen and adult volunteers.
Maintain high standards of food quality, freshness, and presentation.
Maintain kitchen cleanliness, enforce sanitation and safety standards, and ensure compliance with local health codes and food handling regulations.
Run errands and pick up food, supplies, and other orders as needed to support kitchen, program, and organizational operations.
Qualifications:
Previous experience working in a kitchen environment or a similar role is preferred but not required. We welcome candidates who demonstrate a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and eagerness to learn. Training will be provided.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively with high school volunteers; comfortable providing guidance and mentorship.
Knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment and cooking techniques.
Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced setting.
Physical ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and perform repetitive kitchen tasks.
Reliable transportation with a valid driver’s license and automotive liability insurance (required for picking up food orders).
Alignment with the mission and values of Revive & Thrive.
To Apply:
Submit your cover letter and resume to amy@reviveandthrive.org.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of duties or responsibilities. The organization reserves the right to amend this description at any time as needed.
Revive & Thrive is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences.
If you require an accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact us at amy@reviveandthrive.org for assistance.
