Kitchen Helper

Kitchen Helper

Job Description

Hourly Wage

ISS Guckenheimer offers full-time employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program based on employment status. The hourly pay range for this position is position is $19 per hour - $21 per hour per hour.

Work Hours

The work hours for this position are Mon-Fri, 6:00 am - 2:30 pm.

Key Purpose

Receiving products and inspecting foods to ensure safe temperatures and integrity of products. Keep all storage areas clean and organized and store food using safety methods. Ability to assist in cafe operations and set up in a timely and professional manner. Wash pots and pans, wash dishes, maintain floors. Assist with general cleaning and sanitation as assigned.

Success Criteria

Arriving on time daily.

Proper receiving and storage of all foods, chemicals, equipment and dry goods

Weighing and inspecting all received products

Ensure all equipment is in good working order.

Record all temperatures and maintain and clean the loading dock area.

Clean and sanitize the work area. Gather all invoices and provide them to the Chef or GM.

Removal of garbage.

Wash pots and pans, wash dishes, maintain floors.

Maintain storage areas and equipment as assigned.

Stocking inventory as needed.

Delivering off site items

Key Areas of Collaboration and Influence

Work with catering to deliver food and assist with the setup of events.

Time demands in catering so you must work well under time restraints.

Realize the importance of a team working environment.

Support the Chef and culinary team when needed

Support dish room operators as needed

Ideal Candidate Experience

Knowledge of HACCP practices for handling dishware and food deliveries

Passion of customer service.

A positive attitude.

Accountability and dependability in all that you do.

Ability to communicate effectively with teammates.

Key Accountabilities

Setup pot sink correctly according to HACCP practices and wash pots and pans as required, putting them away as them as directed

Clean or sanitize work areas, utensils, or equipment

Sweep and mop floors in the kitchen and service areas as required

Remove garbage as directed in a safe manner

A strong commitment to company service values.

Always remember safety first.

Build respectful relationships with all teammates and guests.

Willingness to take directions from the Chef, Front of the House Manager and Catering Manager

Build rapport with delivery vendors.

Assist other departments as needed.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Work up to 8 hours a day on your feet, excluding breaks.

Must be able to lift a minimum of 25lbs.

Come to work properly dressed according to the dress code.

Employees must be able to work under pressure and time deadlines during peak periods.

HSEQ Compliance: All employees must adhere to Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) policies and procedures to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. This includes following safety protocols, maintaining environmental responsibility, and upholding quality standards in all tasks. Employees are expected to actively participate in HSEQ training and report any potential hazards or compliance concerns.

As a global organization, ISS Group is committed to making the international community more resilient and just for all people. We encourage diversity and inclusion in their broadest terms, including ethnicity, race, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, language, culture, and educational background. We look to lead our industry by example and to positively influence the market wherever we operate.

Lexington, MA

Posted: 5/21/2025

Job Reference #: PDX_IS_2EC8DE55-1F35-4520-8C63-C4D5958C4...