Part-time Kitchen Associate

Harvest Hope Food Bank • Columbia, SC

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Kitchen Associate assists with various aspects of kitchen operations, from food preparation to meal distribution. This detail-oriented position performs tasks that help ensure the kitchen runs smoothly. It is based at 2025 Main Street, Columbia, and offers up to 20 hours per week, with shifts scheduled flexibly between 5 a.m. and 8 p.m. The team operates split shifts seven days a week, including holidays, on a rotating basis.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proven experience as a kitchen assistant, cook, or in a relevant role in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Knowledge of food safety procedures and standards.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask effectively.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Serve Safe Certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with kitchen operations, including preparation work and meal distribution.
• Conduct tasks efficiently to support the smooth operation of the kitchen.

Benefits

• Full support and career development resources to expand skills, enhance expertise, and maximize career potential.
• A diverse and inclusive community of belonging where teammates empower each other.
• A Total Rewards Plan comprising health, finance, wealth, and work-life balance.
• Paid annual leave, with leave increasing the longer an employee works at the organization.

What This Job Offers

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