Food Services Warehouse Assistant

THE RESCUE MISSION•Tacoma, WA

1d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about serving your community and our neighbors in need? If so, Tacoma Rescue Mission (TRM) is seeking a Food Services Warehouse Assistant to be a part of carrying out our mission. At TRM, we believe that people are our greatest asset, and we are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse and talented workforce. Our inclusive and collaborative work environment centers families and fosters creativity, excellence, and professional growth. The Tacoma Rescue Mission (TRM) is a faith-based nonprofit organization whose mission is to support all people - including clients, volunteers, community partners, and staff - to become their best. We provide emergency services such as shelter and meals to neighbors experiencing homelessness. We offer supportive housing and addiction recovery programs that promote self-sufficiency, sustainable transformation, and stability. We share our Christian faith within a loving and inclusive community. We are proud to serve the Pierce County communities for over 100 years. Since 1912, we have served in the name of Jesus Christ while emphasizing the dignity of each person who enters our doors. We value the needs of our community and continually adapt to the changing needs of those who come to us for support. Receives food donations and ensures proper food storage for the Good Neighbor Café. Assists in maintaining a clean and sanitary warehouse and kitchen environment for serving meals to TRM guests.

Requirements

Two years’ experience in institutional cooking, preferred.
Basic knowledge of institutional food service cookery, equipment, safety, sanitation, and food preparation.
Operates equipment, tools and machinery with skill and dexterity, including pallet jack and floor sweeper.
Understands and follows directions and procedures.
Works well in stressful situations and maintains a calm demeanor under pressure.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships and foster teamwork in a diverse environment using effective and thoughtful interactions and communication.
Basic computer, data entry, math, and grammar skills.
Skilled in clear and effective written, verbal, and electronic communication.
Experience working with a diverse population.
Access to a vehicle for frequent travel between TRM locations.
Operates TRM vans for the purposes of supporting the needs of the program.
Valid Driver’s License & Evidence of Insurability.
Acceptable driving record.
Successful completion of TRM driving test.

Nice To Haves

ServSafe Certification and Food Handler’s Card, preferred.
Pallet Jack Certification, preferred.

Responsibilities

Serves as a primary point of contact for donors and volunteers, receiving and cataloging donations creating a mutually beneficial experience.
Supervises volunteers during food storage assignments (e.g., New Life Program participants).
Ensures the cleanliness and sanitation of warehouse and kitchen operations (e.g., cleans and sanitizes food service areas, storage areas, floors, windows, walls, etc.).
Performs preventative maintenance on kitchen equipment, including recharging pallet jack and floor scrubber, and reporting on low propane tanks.
Assists with a variety of other cleaning tasks as needed (cleans/sanitizes dishes, freezers, and refrigerators, disposes of food waste, garbage, cardboard, etc.).
Embodies the values that form our culture to meet the organization’s mission of sharing God’s love, hope, and support with our neighbors in need to uplift communities.
Performs other duties as assigned to support others and ensure an efficient and effective work environment.