Kitchen Assistant (ROL Hand Roll Bar - Fountain Valley, CA) in Huntington Beach, California at Kei Concepts

Location: Fountain Valley, CA
Pay Rate: $18–$19/hr (DOE) + Tips

Introducing ROL Hand Roll Bar, Orange County's premier hand roll destination!
Brought to you by Chef Viet Nguyen and the team at Kei Concepts, ROL delivers a modern twist on a beloved Japanese dining experience. With its intimate and lively atmosphere, ROL offers every guest a full chef-to-table experience.

As a Kitchen Assistant, you’ll be an integral part of our back-of-house team, ensuring a clean, efficient, and well-organized kitchen while supporting chefs and prep staff.

• Operate the industrial dishwasher and sanitize dishes, utensils, and equipment.

• Hand wash glassware and implements as needed.

• Follow strict sanitation and hygiene policies.

• Assist prep cooks with food preparation tasks.

• Clean spills, broken glass, and maintain overall kitchen safety.

• Collect, store, and organize clean kitchenware.

• Set up workstations prior to meal prep.

• Monitor small wares and cleaning supply inventory; notify supervisor when stock is low.

• Sanitize kitchen areas (floors, surfaces) and assist with occasional restroom deep cleaning.

• Follow chef prep lists and recipes to complete duties accurately.

• Label, stock, and organize all ingredients for easy access.

• Measure ingredients precisely and prepare items (wash/chop vegetables, cut proteins, cook rice, etc.).

• Assist in basic cooking tasks (soups, broths, salads, etc.).

• Take out trash and maintain a clean, orderly kitchen.

• Adhere to all food safety and nutrition guidelines.

• Perform other tasks as directed by managers.

• Valid Food Handler Card (training provided if needed).

• 6 months–1 year of experience in a similar role preferred.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.

• Flexible schedule — evenings, weekends, and holidays required.

• Ability to stand for extended periods.

• Able to reach, bend, and stoop.

• Lift up to 50 lbs.

• Carry hot dishes (up to 210°F).