Kitchen Assistant (HLC)

What You Will Do

• Dispose of food residue via utilization of garbage disposal
• Wash dishes in 3 compartment sinks with appropriate chemicals and water ratio including, but not limited to, soap, sanitizer, and rinse
• Wash dishes at proper temperature for safety
• Place kitchen supplies (dishes, pots, pans, etc.) in proper storage locations
• Empty trash after each service or meal
• Ensure trash containers are clean and free of residue
• Sweep and mop floors after each shift at minimum or more frequently as needed
• Wipe tables
• Empty trash
• Clean sinks
• Clean Dish Tank Room floors and clear grids
• Store all items properly
• Clean and maintain Utility Room in working order
• Rinse mops and hang properly to dry
• Clean mop buckets and store properly
• Clean trash containers weekly at minimum or more frequently as needed
• Clean equipment as scheduled at minimum or more frequently as needed
• Grill
• Fryer
• Tilt Skillet
• Food Shredder
• Meat Slicer
• Oven
• Mixer
• Walls
• Break down empty boxes and dispose of in dumpster
• Assist in making sack lunches
• Assist in serving line when needed
• Assist and follow instructions of Cook on duty
• Cross train to additional tasks as directed
• Wear appropriate attire and equipment for safe food handling at all times
• Apron
• Hair net
• Gloves
• Clean uniform
• Closed toed, non-skid shoes
• Communicate appropriately to leadership
• Attend monthly in-service meetings
• Attend staff meetings
• Assist other departments as needed or directed
• Maintain attendance in accordance with facility guidelines
• Contribute to a positive work environment
• Demonstrate teamwork
• Other tasks as assigned by leadership

Minimum Qualifications

• The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Background Checks: Position requires a background check to be completed, and all background check results will be reviewed. Must be 18 years of age or older
• Experience: None Required
• Certifications: Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain The Salvation Army Driver’s qualification standard; must complete Safe From Harm training within the first 90 days of employment. Serv Safe Food Handler certification required within 6 months.
• Skills/Abilities: Able to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership, field personnel, and clientele. Must demonstrate knowledge and competency in using industrial and typical Kitchen equipment and supplies (i.e., dishwashing machine, garbage disposal, 3-compartment sink, mop, bucket, broom, dustpan, trach bags, cleaning supplies, towels, apron, hair net, gloves, etc.). Must demonstrate understanding of safe food handling practices in an industrial kitchen environment
• Supervisory Responsibility: None