Kitchen Worker

Overview

Supports the kitchen by insuring proper and safe handling, holding, serving and storage of food.  Maintains cleanliness of kitchen area.

Starting rate of pay is $16.00/hr

Responsibilities

• Supports the department and staff in providing safe food that is presentable and properly portioned.
• Restock food on the line – including paper supplies and stock ware.
• Provide assistance to the cook and dishwasher and stock worker.
• Conduct the movement of the line. Assuring proper food handling and portion sizes.
• Provide support to volunteers and control of client needs and special meals.
• Ensure the line is set up and all foods are held and served at a proper temperature.
• Clean the serving area, help store or dispose of all food leftovers that cannot be re-served.
• Sign invoices for deliveries when the Director, Inventory Stock person or Cook are not available.
• Responsible for the cleanliness of the kitchen area, equipment and all shelves during and at the end of assigned shift.
• Ensure all food items left over are sealed, dated and properly stored according to regulations.
• Unload and put away stock when shipments are received – as needed.
• Wear uniform, hair coverings, proper shoes and gloves when in direct contact with food.
• Other duties as requested by the Food Service Manager or the HLC Executive Director

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Entry level kitchen experience desired.
• At least 6 months experience with food volume production or culinary/hospitality training
• Must be able to routinely lift and carry boxes weighing 50 pounds or more.
• Must be able to use stairs, when necessary, for building evacuations, drills or during elevator maintenance.
• Ability to understand the use of kitchen equipment.
• Required extended standing up to full duration of scheduled shift.
• Able to withstand high temperatures for prolonged times.
• Able to handle knives, sharp objects, cleaning chemicals and various levels of noise.
• Effective in dealing with the public and/or dealing with intoxicated individuals.
• Speaks positively about the programs, staff and The Salvation Army.
• Verbalizes pro-social thinking using respectful language, tone of voice and body language.
• Displays pro-social behavior.
• Maintains appropriate boundaries with clients and employees

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status