Kitchen Aide

Salvation Army Careers • Modesto, CA

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About The Position

Under the supervision of the Kitchen Supervisor, the Kitchen Aide assists with food preparation, serving, and cleanup for daily meals for shelter guests. The role supports three meals a day, food storage and inventory, and meal reporting for statistics and billing. The Kitchen Aide also coordinates and supervises kitchen volunteers and works with other kitchen staff to order and inventory food supplies.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a minimum age of 18, and experience working with disadvantaged populations. A ServSafe food handling certificate is required or must be obtained within the first 30 days of employment; the company provides the training or certification. The role may involve relevant kitchen equipment and modern office equipment and software, and requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

The Salvation Army states that it has a religious purpose and status as a church, and that employees’ work-related conduct must not conflict with or undermine its religious programs or purposes. Employment is at will. Qualified individuals may request reasonable workplace accommodations for the physical requirements of the position.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Experience with disadvantaged populations, whether through work, volunteering, or being a member of a disadvantaged population.
• Trained or receiving training on informal mental health/substance abuse evaluation.
• Have a ServSafe food handling certificate or be able to obtain one within the first 30 days of employment; training or certification is company provided.
• Ability to coordinate and manage multiple duties.
• Ability to prioritize work and multitask.
• Ability to communicate effectively and accurately.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Work-related conduct must not conflict with or undermine The Salvation Army’s religious programs or purposes.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in nutritional needs of homeless populations.
• Bilingual in Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food storage, preparation, cooking, and serving daily meals for shelter clients.
• Prepare and clean kitchen areas daily for service and inspections.
• Coordinate and supervise kitchen volunteers.
• Coordinate and work with other kitchen staff to order and inventory food supplies.
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Complete meal reporting for statistics and billing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED