Seasonal Kitchen Assistant

Cscgeneration-2 invites candidates to apply for the Seasonal Kitchen Assistant part-time opening in New York, New York. If you enjoy cooking, guest hospitality, and hands-on kitchen teamwork, this is a chance to help bring culinary classes to life while supporting smooth store operations.

Role Overview

As a Seasonal Kitchen Assistant with Cscgeneration-2 in New York, you partner with chefs so every class runs efficiently and guests leave inspired. The position focuses on prep, organization, cleanup, and positive customer interactions that encourage loyalty and repeat visits. Expect a flexible part-time schedule of 12 to 16 hours weekly that may include nights, weekends, and holidays, plus reliable attendance so class coverage adjusts to demand. You will also help maintain product knowledge, drive sales targets through excellent service, and keep the kitchen and sales floor ready, clean, and fully stocked under high standards of excellence.

Your Responsibilities

• Help set up and break down cooking classes by arranging mise en place, prepping ingredients, and tidying workstations
• Wash and sanitize dishes plus all equipment quickly so kitchen flow stays uninterrupted
• Restock, organize, and safeguard kitchen supplies and tools for overall store readiness
• Support chef-led class delivery that builds positive feedback, high enrollment, and guest returns
• Contribute to monthly sales targets by focusing on strong individual volume, average transaction values, and conversion rates
• Create memorable, educational guest moments that inspire purchases and long-term loyalty across the kitchen and sales floor
• Stay current on products via training and personal research while fostering a guest-first culture
• Follow food-safety rules, local health codes, and sanitation standards at all times
• Handle tools, ingredients, and equipment carefully to protect a safe workspace
• Track inventory accurately, reduce shrink, and manage culinary expenses wisely
• Handle liquor, wine, or beer only when needed and in full compliance with age checks, state rules, and policies
• Keep the entire facility safe and clean while promptly reporting any maintenance needs
• Record work hours correctly and follow all wage, hour, and standard operating procedures

What We're Looking For

• Minimum age of 16 at start of employment
• One year of retail sales experience preferred
• One year of food-prep or kitchen-operations experience preferred
• Valid Food Handlers Certification required
• Excellent verbal communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Genuine enthusiasm for community connection and outstanding guest experiences
• Comfort with Microsoft Office Suite and retail systems preferred
• Ability to stand continuously for up to four hours and move around the store, stockroom, and sales floor while directing participants and retrieving merchandise
• Capacity to detect and distinguish flavors, aromas, and scents accurately
• Physical ability to grab, reach, push, pull, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and use hands for chopping, whisking, slicing, stirring, juicing, and similar techniques
• Strength to lift or move merchandise up to 50 pounds and to climb ladders when needed
• Proficiency operating computers, POS systems, keyboards, scanners, and mice
• Readiness for a kitchen environment that includes open flames, hot surfaces, temperature swings, and food allergens (both contact and airborne)
• Flexible availability for the 12-to-16-hour weekly range that includes nights, weekends, holidays, and adjustable class assignments

About the Company

Cscgeneration-2 is hiring for this Seasonal Kitchen Assistant role and offers a supportive team environment.

How to Apply

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