SRGE3
Located in Kentwood, MI
Pay: $17-$19/HR., BOE
Job Full Description
Assistant to the Chef – Corporate Café & Catering
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.
Assistant to the Chef 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 & Pay:
Schedule: Part-time, Monday–Friday, 6am-12pm, Occasional varied schedule may be required for special events and catering.
Pay: $17-$19/HR., BOE
Assistant to the Chef Qualifications:
Required:
- 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
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Call our office: 616-608-9678 (direct) | 616-608-9681 (office)
Visit us: 1760 44th Street SW, Suite 10, Wyoming, MI 49519 (Inside the Chateau Centre)
Location: West Michigan
Position Type: Part-Time, Direct Hire
About Specialized Recruiting Group, an Express Employment Professionals Company:
Specialized Recruiting Group is a professional and executive search firm specializing in engineering, operations, human resources, and other critical roles. Since 1996, we’ve connected talented professionals with companies that align with their values and goals. We are driven to help people succeed and are passionate about making a positive impact.
Grand Rapids, MI
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1760 44th St SW
#10
Grand Rapids, MI 49519
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