Kitchen Assistant

Sunshine Grill

Kitchen Assistant

Edison, NJ
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Competitive salary

    Free food & snacks

    Sunshine Grill is a locally owned neighborhood café focused on fresh, comforting food and community. We’re looking for a dependable Kitchen Assistant and Driver to support our daily operations, including food prep, kitchen cleanliness, and delivery of hot lunches to local childcare centers. A current drivers license and clean driving record is needed.

    Position Overview

    This is a hands-on, versatile role ideal for someone who enjoys staying busy, working as part of a small team, and taking pride in keeping a kitchen running smoothly.

    Key Responsibilities

    Assist with basic food prep (chopping, assembling, portioning)

    Dishwashing and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen

    Follow food safety and sanitation standards

    Assist with packing and staging catering and school lunch orders

    Deliver hot lunches to childcare schools in Central Jersey (as needed)

    Support the kitchen team with daily tasks as assigned

    Requirements

    Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented

    Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

    Comfortable lifting up to 40 lbs

    Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

    Food service or kitchen experience a plus (but not required)

    Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

    Schedule

    Weekday mornings and early afternoons and possible weekends

    Some flexibility required based on catering and school delivery needs

    Pay & Perks

    Great pay: $16–$19 per hour, based on experience

    Friendly, respectful work environment

    Consistent hours

    Opportunity to grow with a local business

    Free meals during shifts

    To apply: Fill out the application, or stop by Sunshine Grill in Edison to apply in person.