Mikiya Seattle is hiring Kitchen Staff to join our back-of-house team. We are looking for hardworking, responsible, and reliable team members who can help with food preparation, soup preparation, seafood preparation, and daily kitchen operations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepare dishes according to restaurant standards and recipes
- Prepare soup bases, broth, sauces, and other kitchen items
- Prepare seafood, meat, vegetables, and other ingredients
- Wash, cut, portion, and organize ingredients before service
- Follow food safety, sanitation, and kitchen procedures
- Keep the kitchen area clean, organized, and safe
- Check food quality, freshness, and presentation before service
- Restock ingredients and kitchen supplies when needed
- Assist with opening, closing, and cleaning duties
- Communicate with kitchen manager, chefs, and other team members
- Follow instructions and complete assigned tasks during busy service hours
Work Availability:
Applicants should have flexible availability and be able to work weekends and holidays as needed. Open availability is preferred.
Experience:
- Previous kitchen or restaurant experience is preferred
- Experience with hot pot, shabu, seafood, Asian cuisine, or fast-paced kitchens is a plus
- Training may be provided for the right candidate
Age Requirement:
- Must be at least 18 years old
Physical Demands:
- Able to stand for extended periods
- Able to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Able to lift up to 25 pounds when needed
- Able to safely handle knives, kitchen tools, hot soup, seafood, and cleaning supplies
Language Skills:
- Basic English communication is preferred
- Chinese, Spanish, Korean, or other language skills are a plus
- Must be able to follow instructions and communicate with kitchen staff and management
Qualifications:
- Hardworking and responsible
- Punctual and reliable
- Able to follow recipes and instructions
- Clean and organized work style
- Good teamwork attitude
- Willing to learn and help where needed
- Able to work carefully with food and kitchen equipment
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible scheduling depending on availability
- Growth opportunities based on performance
Pay: $21.30 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
