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Fortiss

Research institute for software-intensive systems

Kitchen Helper/Prep

Culinary & Kitchen ProductionConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBell Gardens, CA, USA$18 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Must pass a mandatory screening, including a background check and drug test.
  • Must possess a California Food Handler Card.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Must be able to deal effectively and interact well with customers and co-workers.
  • Must be able to resolve problems or conflicts in a diplomatic and tactful manner.
  • Must be available for full-time work, including weekends and evenings, and be able to work varied shifts and flexible schedules.
  • Must communicate clearly with team members.
  • Must be able to multitask effectively and work independently as well as within a team environment.
  • Must be able to lift and carry tools, supplies, and inventory weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Must be able to perform all essential duties with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the kitchen team with basic food preparation, including chopping, peeling, and slicing ingredients.
  • Wash, peel, and cut fruits, vegetables, meats, and other meal-preparation ingredients.
  • Dice and cut food needed to prepare sauces, soups, gravies, and stews.
  • Set up workstations and ingredients so food can be prepared according to recipes.
  • Prepare simple dishes, such as salads and entrees.
  • Label and stock ingredients on shelves to keep them organized and accessible.
  • Maintain contact with the butcher regarding product quality and freshness.
  • Assist cooks and kitchen staff with tasks as needed and provide cooks with needed items.
  • Carry food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas.
  • Help prepare and carve meats for buffet and banquet lines.
  • Prepare setup requirements for the daily menu and specials.
  • Prepare pizzas with toppings.

Desired Qualifications

  • One to two years of experience in a kitchen of comparable quality is preferred but not required.
  • A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent is preferred.

About the Company

Fortiss

Research institute for software-intensive systems

Fortiss is a research institute in Bavaria that works on software-intensive systems and AI to help industry and government. Its work includes software and systems engineering, service engineering, and AI technologies, with a focus on turning research into real-world solutions. Fortiss collaborates with universities, industry leaders, and public-sector organizations, and it earns money through research grants, project collaborations, and consulting. The institute develops practical technologies such as next-generation network architectures for industrial IoT and interactive tools for planning autonomous vehicle behavior. Its main difference from competitors is a strong emphasis on technology transfer—moving academic research into industry and society—through open partnerships and applied projects. Fortiss aims to bridge the gap between academia and real-world implementation, enabling digital administration, smarter software systems, and advanced autonomous and connected technologies.

Company size
51-200
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Munich, Germany
Founded
2008

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