Kitchen Porter

Ceres Community Project•Santa Rosa, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Porter is responsible for the cleanliness and sanitation of all kitchenware, equipment, and work areas, supporting a smooth and safe operation for both staff and volunteers. This role plays a critical part in resetting the kitchen between shifts and maintaining sanitation in a high-volume production environment. The Porter reports to the Kitchen Manager and works under the daily direction of the Lead Chef with adult and youth volunteers to wash dishes, keep a clean kitchen, execute food preparation, put away food orders and assist in other areas such as packaging or bagging.

Requirements

Food handler’s certification required.
Ability to stay calm and keep a sense of humor in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to perform basic computer functions using Microsoft Office.
Ability to communicate warmly and clearly.
Demonstrates a good awareness of self and an ability to self-assess.
Ability and desire to be in a work environment that values working as a team, relationships and giving and receiving honest feedback.
Commitment to Ceres Community Project mission, values, and operating principles.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a professional kitchen environment a plus, not required.

Responsibilities

Maintains food safety and sanitation protocols in all aspects of work.
Maintains a clean kitchen, helping to keep the kitchen neat and orderly during and between shifts.
Properly washes and sorts soiled dishes. Keeps dish area free of clutter and organized.
Set up dish stations, including dish machines and sinks.
Maintains clean / dry floors, equipment, and surfaces throughout the kitchen and throughout the shift.
Helps with deep cleaning and organizational tasks, including laundry, floor mats, and more as required.
Assists in light food preparation, packaging, and bagging; supports in the execution of the daily cooking plan as determined by the Kitchen Manager.
Assists in receiving deliveries; properly labels, rotates, and stores product.
Supports adult production and youth shifts as needed: helps to set up and close shifts.
Supports emergency food provision efforts when Ceres is activated by Sonoma County.
Reads and responds regularly to Ceres emails daily.
Ensures adult volunteers and youth are communicated respectfully and oriented, helps them feel welcome and appreciated.
Models Ceres’ culture and values; maintains an atmosphere of non-judgement and respect for diverse value sets.
Attends Youth Program staff meetings and trainings.
Regular, reliable, predictable attendance is required for all shifts and meetings.
Other duties as required and requested.