Kitchen Assistant

Position Details:

Location: 70 Moffat Ave., Yampa, CO

Expected Schedule: Friday/Saturday/Sunday afternoons, 5-6 hours shifts expected (additional hours may be available during peak times)

Compensation: $16 – $18 per hour, depending on experience + potential end of season performance and attendance bonus.

Expected Start Date: May 22nd

Position Summary:

The Flat Tops Cafe is hiring a dependable Kitchen Assistant to support back-of-house lunch operations on weekends. This role is essential to maintaining kitchen efficiency, cleanliness, and prep execution while working directly with Chef Rob.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with food prep and ingredient organization
• Wash dishes and maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen
• Support kitchen workflow during service
• Complete cleaning and closing tasks as needed
• Follow food safety and sanitation standards

Qualifications:

• Previous kitchen or food service experience preferred but not required
• Ability to work efficiently and stay organized
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Dependable and able to follow direction
• Willingness to learn and support the team
• Must be able to obtain a Routt County food service certification (paid by The Flat Tops Cafe)
• Applicants must be at least 16 years old

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly pay + potential for an end of season bonus
• Hands-on experience in a growing kitchen
• Opportunity to learn directly from Chef Rob
• Opportunities to take on more responsibility over time
• Supportive, team-focused culture