Kitchen Assistant (5097)

THE SALVATION ARMY•Columbia, SC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists in the preparation and serving of meals; cleans kitchen equipment and washes dishes; sweeps, mops, and waxes floors. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description. Assists in preparing meals, beverages and snacks; washes and chops fruits and vegetables; mixes beverages and arranges snacks. Assists in serving meals ensuring appropriate proportions are provided Washes, dries, and stores pots, pans, plates, glasses, cups, bowls, and utensils. Cleans tables, chairs, and condiment holders. Sweeps, mops, polishes, strips, and waxes kitchen and dining room floors. Cleans refrigerators, freezers, ice machines, coffee makers, stoves, and ovens. Stock food, beverages, and supplies in an orderly and safe manner. Empties trash cans. Performs all kitchen work in accordance with health regulations as it relates to food preparation, food serving, and storage. OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists in monitoring work of volunteers working in the kitchen. Performs other related work as required.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: One year experience working in a kitchen preferred, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of cleaning practices, methods, and techniques.
Ability to assist in the preparation and presentation of meals.
Ability to wash dishes and kitchen appliances.
Ability to clean kitchen and dining area.
MENTAL AND PHYSICAL ABILITIES: Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.

Responsibilities

Assists in preparing meals, beverages and snacks; washes and chops fruits and vegetables; mixes beverages and arranges snacks.
Assists in serving meals ensuring appropriate proportions are provided
Washes, dries, and stores pots, pans, plates, glasses, cups, bowls, and utensils.
Cleans tables, chairs, and condiment holders.
Sweeps, mops, polishes, strips, and waxes kitchen and dining room floors.
Cleans refrigerators, freezers, ice machines, coffee makers, stoves, and ovens.
Stock food, beverages, and supplies in an orderly and safe manner.
Empties trash cans.
Performs all kitchen work in accordance with health regulations as it relates to food preparation, food serving, and storage.
Assists in monitoring work of volunteers working in the kitchen.
Performs other related work as required.