Kitchen Assistant

Union Rescue Mission•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

The Kitchen Assistant will assist with basic meal preparations, equipment maintenance and safety standards. Colossians 3:23 is the foundation of URM’s standard for employment, “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as though you were working for the Lord and not for people.” The goal for each employee is to enrich and sustain a humble heart attitude; to enrich and sustain a mindset of serving others, treating them with kindness and truth; and to enrich and sustain a zealous desire for achieving work objectives without any ulterior motives or agendas.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED, or 3 years of equivalent work experience.
Food Handler Card
Must have knowledge of general kitchen operations.
Must know general food storage guidelines.
Strong work ethic to handle fast-paced kitchen environment.
Must be able to operate tilt skillet, grill, flat top, stove, and oven.
Must be able to operate dishwasher.
Ability to multitask.
Must have strong customer service.

Responsibilities

Promote a welcoming and hospitable environment.
Chops, shreds, and grates ingredients for the Chef/Cook.
Cleans and sanitizes kitchen and equipment per standards.
Complies with regulations regarding hair covering and hand protection.
Receives products and stores them in pantry or their appropriate location.
Assists with maintaining inventory of food and paper goods.
Washes dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and other items utilized to prep or cook food.
Sweeps and mops floors, as required.
Conducts other duties as assigned by the Food Service & Security Director.
Commitment to URM (Union Rescue Mission) mission, vision, and core values.
Encourage guests in their faith and growth in Jesus Christ.