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Assistant Chef I

FOCUS GROUP SERVICES LLC

Joint Base Mdl, NJ 08640 • $18.00 to $20.00 / hr • 9/10/2026

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Summary of Job Scope and Expectations:

TheAssistant Chef Iisresponsibleforassistingwithfoodpreparation,withaccountabilityfor:

  • EnsuringWorkability,Intensity&Integrity
  • PerformingBackofHouse(BOH)responsibilitiesasdirectedbyAssistant Chef II and III
  • Preparingriceandchowmein
  • Performingcleaningandsanitizingtasks

Essentialfunctions:

Theessentialfunctionsinthisjobdescriptionarenotall-inclusiveofthisjob’sdutiesand

responsibilities. Reliable and dependable attendance is required.

Descriptions

People

  • Culture: LivesandcultivatesFocus’sMission,Culture,andValuestoensuretheFocus’svision is alive and in action.
  • Work Environment: Participates in creating a safe and empowering environment for Team Focustolisten,appreciateandchallengeeachother.Mayproposewaystoimproveprocesses.

Guest

  • Exceptional Guest Experience: Builds emotional connection with Guests through Food, Service&Ambiance.AssistswithallfoodpreparationtomeetGuestneeds.Cooksorheats

itemsthatrequirethedeepfryer,steamer,grillormicrowave,includingriceandchow mein,

  • Store Environment: Maintainsaclean,safe,andsanitarystoreenvironmentincompliancewith Operations standards.Cleans all areas of the store following proper procedures in the use, handling, and storage of cleaning chemicals.Ensures compliance with all food safety, work

safety,andsanitation requirements.

  • Operations: Upholds high Operations Standards and being the Best. Operates all kitchen equipment, including the Chinese knife and wok, following proper procedures and safety guidelines.Organizesandproperlystocksstorageareaforutensilsandotherfoodandnon-

fooditems.MayperformBrand Ambassador’s(FOH)responsibilitiesas needed.

Education and Experience:

  • Somehighschool
  • PrefersomeOperationsexperience

Food Safety:

  • Local/municipalrequirements,suchasFoodHandlercertification,acquiredatapplicant’sown

expense

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • EmbodyFocus’sMission,Values,Culture,andEnvironment
  • BasicunderstandingofallOperationspracticesandconcepts
  • Basicknowledgeofrecipesandcookingactivities
  • Abilitytocookriceandchowmeinandlearntocooksomeentrees
  • AbilitytolearnbasicFOHresponsibilities
  • Understandingofworkandfoodsafetyandapplicationoftheworkandfoodsafetychecklists
  • Understandingofproperproceduresforhandlingcleaningchemicals
  • BeaTeamBuilderbybeingaTrustedLeader
  • BeachampioninCommunityOutreach
  • Embraces change and continuous learning

Competencies:

The following are Focus Mindset and Leadership Behaviors for Operations Associates (Core People Development Competencies indicated in bold):

  • CustomerFocus
  • Self Knowledge
  • InterpersonalSavvy
  • DriveforResults
  • CareerAmbition
  • Integrity and Trust

Success Measures:

  • ContributetobuildingandsustainingtheFocusMissionandCulture
  • PerformassignedresponsibilitiesaccordingtostandardOperationspractice
  • ConsistentlyearnpositivefeedbackfromstoreAssociatesandOperationsLeader

Career Progression:

Thefollowingjobtitlesorjobcategoriesareexamplesofpotentialcareeropportunitiesandare not intended as a guarantee of promotion. These career paths can change at any time.

  • Assistant Chef II and III

Work Environment:

Store Conditions:

  • Counterareasoftenhotwithsteamfrominductiontable
  • Hotkitchenswithhighnoiselevels
  • Limitedworkspacedependingonlocation

Physical Requirements:

  • Remainsstandingforlongperiodsoftime
  • Reachesacrosscountertopsmeasuredat36inches
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
  • Occasionallyreaches highstorageshelvingwithuseofstepladder
  • Performsrepetitivetasks
  • CrosstrainingmayincludeuseofChinesecookknife,wok,andotherrestaurantequipment