Overview
Family Table by Chef Naya J is looking for a dependable and experienced Kitchen Prep & Cook Assistant to assist with preparing our weekly family meals.
This is a hands-on position for someone who is comfortable in the kitchen, works efficiently, follows instructions well, and takes pride in preparing quality food. You will assist Chef Naya J with food preparation, cooking, portioning, packaging, organization, and general kitchen duties.
This is a part-time, as-needed position, primarily Tuesday through Thursday. Hours will vary from week to week depending on customer order volume and production needs. Weekly hours are not guaranteed. Scheduling will be communicated in advance.
Responsibilities
● Assist with daily food and ingredient preparation
● Wash, chop, portion, season, and organize ingredients
● Assist with preparing and cooking proteins, vegetables, pastas, sauces, sides, and other menu items
● Follow recipes, measurements, and instructions to maintain consistency and quality
● Portion and package completed family meals
● Label and organize customer orders
● Prepare completed orders for delivery
● Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workspace
● Wash and sanitize equipment, utensils, and work areas as needed
● Properly store and organize ingredients and prepared foods
● Assist with local customer deliveries occasionally, when needed, if you have a reliable vehicle
● Assist with other kitchen and meal-production duties as needed
Qualifications
● Previous cooking, food preparation, catering, meal-prep, restaurant, or professional kitchen experience preferred
● Comfortable working directly alongside a chef
● Able to follow recipes and instructions accurately
● Dependable, punctual, and organized
● Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
● Strong attention to detail
● Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
● Able to stand for extended periods
● Able to safely lift and carry kitchen supplies, ingredients, pots, pans, and food containers
● Available Tuesday through Thursday as scheduled
Delivery Availability
Having a valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, current auto insurance, and willingness to assist with local deliveries when needed is a plus.
The primary responsibility of this position is kitchen prep and cooking; however, there may be occasions when additional help with customer deliveries is needed. Team members who are available to assist with deliveries may have opportunities for additional paid hours.
Schedule & Hours
This is a part-time, as-needed position. Work is generally scheduled Tuesday through Thursday based on weekly meal-production needs.
The number of days and hours worked each week will depend on customer order volume. Some weeks may require more hours than others, and hours are not guaranteed from week to week.
As Family Table grows, there may be opportunities for additional and more consistent hours.
About Family Table
Family Table by Chef Naya J is a Katy-based family meal service providing freshly prepared, chef-made meals designed to make dinner easier for busy families.
We’re looking for someone dependable, hardworking, flexible, and comfortable working as part of a small team who can grow with us as our weekly production increases.
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
