Kitchen Porter

Olio e Più East Village is hiring an AM/PM Porter to keep our kitchen and dining rooms clean, organized and ready for service. You will care for our dishware, cookware, glassware, utensils and cutlery, and keep every storage and work area spotless and up to Department of Health standards.

This is a hands-on, fast-paced role on a close-knit kitchen team. If you take pride in a clean, well-run kitchen and like being the person the whole team counts on, we would love to meet you.

• Complete the opening and closing side work checklist each shift
• Clean and sanitize china, small wares and cookware for all outlets, handling items with care to minimize breakage
• Keep all storage areas clean and organized: dry storage, walk-in cooler, freezers, paper goods, chemical and beverage storage, and the locker room
• Sweep and mop kitchen floors, and empty trash cans in the kitchen and service areas throughout service
• Dispose of trash, cardboard and other waste as needed during your shift
• Unpack, stock and organize items in and around the restaurant
• Use cleaning chemicals properly and safely
• Follow our breakdown procedures (mock system)
• Help with basic prep as directed by the Chef on Duty
• Keep your work area clean and meet Department of Health standards, and tell the Chef on Duty right away about any DOH or OSHA/workplace safety concerns
• Take part in staff training to keep building your skills
• Support your teammates and take on other duties assigned by the Chef and management team

Required

• At least 1 year of experience as a Porter in a restaurant of similar caliber
• A current New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Food Protection Certificate
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal direction
• Clear, efficient communication and a friendly, positive attitude
• Professionalism under pressure, and a polished appearance that meets company grooming standards
• Reliability: you arrive on time and follow the posted schedule and clock in/out times
• Knowledge of company, state and county sanitation standards

Preferred

• High school diploma or GED

• Availability for nights, weekends, holidays and a variable schedule based on business needs
• Ability to lift 30+ pounds
• Ability to walk, stand and bend continuously for extended periods

The Group NYC is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.