What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kitchen Intern position at Harvest Hope Food Bank?
About Harvest Hope Food Bank
Embark on a fulfilling journey at Harvest Hope Food Bank, where your talents play a vital role in our mission to end hunger. As the largest hunger-relief organization in South Carolina, serving 20 counties, we annually distribute 30 million pounds of food across the Midlands, Pee Dee, and Upstate regions. Our dynamic nonprofit values innovation, collaboration, and diversity, offering a uniquely rewarding experience for employees dedicated to making a meaningful difference in their communities. Join our dedicated team in building a hunger-free tomorrow through active engagement with nearly 400 partner agencies. Together, we strive to address food insecurity and positively impact lives across the state.
Logistics & Work Environment
This part-time role that is based at 2025 Main Street, Columbia.
This position requires flexibility to work various shifts between 5am - 8pm, mirroring the restaurant industry hours.
A Day In The Life
A kitchen intern plays a vital role in the culinary environment, contributing to the preparation of high-quality meals while gaining valuable experience. The primary responsibilities involve assisting chefs with food preparation and maintaining an organized and clean kitchen space, all while learning various cooking techniques. Strong candidates must demonstrate a willingness to undertake various tasks as needed and adjust to the dynamic demands of the kitchen environment.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
We offer competitive pay of $15.00 per hour, equal with experience and qualifications.
Embark on a fulfilling journey at Harvest Hope Food Bank, where your talents play a vital role in our mission to end hunger. As the largest hunger-relief organization in South Carolina, serving 20 counties, we annually distribute 30 million pounds of food across the Midlands, Pee Dee, and Upstate regions. Our dynamic nonprofit values innovation, collaboration, and diversity, offering a uniquely rewarding experience for employees dedicated to making a meaningful difference in their communities. Join our dedicated team in building a hunger-free tomorrow through active engagement with nearly 400 partner agencies. Together, we strive to address food insecurity and positively impact lives across the state.
Logistics & Work Environment
This part-time role that is based at 2025 Main Street, Columbia.
This position requires flexibility to work various shifts between 5am - 8pm, mirroring the restaurant industry hours.
A Day In The Life
A kitchen intern plays a vital role in the culinary environment, contributing to the preparation of high-quality meals while gaining valuable experience. The primary responsibilities involve assisting chefs with food preparation and maintaining an organized and clean kitchen space, all while learning various cooking techniques. Strong candidates must demonstrate a willingness to undertake various tasks as needed and adjust to the dynamic demands of the kitchen environment.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Food preparation
- Skillfully chopping vegetables and herbs
- Accurately measuring and weighing ingredients
- Assembling dishes following the provided instructions.
- Committing to hygiene practices, wearing the appropriate kitchen attire, and following essential food safety regulations.
- Engaging effectively with other kitchen staff to facilitate seamless operations.
- Safely operating kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, and fryers under the guidance of experience chefs.
- Preparing basic dishes, including pasta, rice, and grilled items, to enhance cooking skills
- Observing and learning from seasoned chefs to acquire new cooking techniques and knowledge.
- Communicating any shortages to the chef proactively to support kitchen operations.
- Keeping workstations clean and organized to promote efficiency.
- Washing dishes and utensils thoroughly to maintain cleanliness.
- Cleaning and sanitizing kitchen surfaces and equipment to uphold hygiene standards.
- Following proper food storage practices to ensure food safety and quality.
- Rotating stock to maintain ingredient freshness and prevent waste.
- Enrolled in or completion of a business related or culinary arts program or related field
- Basic cooking skills and understanding of kitchen equipment.
- Team player with good communication skills.
- Adaptability and openness to learning new cooking techniques and recipes.
- Reliability and punctuality
- Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings or weekends.
- Commitment to a minimum of 15 hours per week
- Duration of the internship is 3-4 months.
We offer competitive pay of $15.00 per hour, equal with experience and qualifications.
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