Garden / Kitchen Assistant

Position Summary

The Garden / Kitchen Assistant is a hybrid role that supports both our culinary garden and The Fork, our culinary center, located in Point Reyes Station. Working alongside the Gardener, Sous Chef, and Executive Chef/Culinary Director, this position contributes to the full farm-to-table experience - from maintaining the landscapes that grow our ingredients to supporting the kitchen that transforms them into exceptional food celebrating the best of Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese.

Essential Functions

GARDEN:

• Assist with general garden and landscape maintenance including harvesting, pruning, weeding, mulching, hand watering, and general clean-up

• Safely operate groundskeeping and landscaping tools, such as clippers and pruners

• Maintain knowledge of best practices, including planting, growing techniques, and soil management

• Assist with planting new flora, transplanting existing plants, and removing invasive or unhealthy vegetation

KITCHEN:

• Performs food preparation as assigned and scheduled by the Sous Chef or Executive Chef/Culinary Director.

• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized workspace while upholding food safety standards at all times.

• Assists with the organization of all food storage areas to keep the kitchen running efficiently.

• Supports the rotation and management of existing food inventory to minimize waste.

• Works collaboratively across all kitchen tasks, lending a hand wherever it’s needed to keep the team moving forward.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Hand Tool Proficiency. Skilled in using garden hand tools such as pruners, shovels, rakes, and shears, as well as standard kitchen equipment

• Time Management. Ability to prioritize and complete tasks efficiently within shift hours.

• Communication Skills. Clear, professional communication with department staff and leadership.

• Stress Tolerance. Ability to remain calm and focused during high-stress periods.

• Flexibility. Willingness to adapt to changing priorities across kitchen and garden.

• Self-Starter. Takes initiative and works independently, when needed.

• Team Player. Collaborates effectively with all members of the culinary and garden teams.

• Detail-Oriented. Maintains precision and attention to quality in all tasks.

• Positive Professionalism. Maintains a positive and professional working relationship with staff and visitors at all times