Kitchen Staff - Pamela Atkinson Resource Center

The Road Home•Salt Lake City, UT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Road Home, a non-profit social services agency with over 100 years of experience in ending homelessness, is seeking compassionate and empathetic individuals to join their team. They provide emergency shelters, supportive services, and housing-focused rental assistance. The organization is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. This role is essential to maintaining a welcoming environment aligned with The Road Home's mission.

Requirements

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Must have a valid Utah Food Handler permit or be willing to obtain one within 30 days.
Knowledge of safe food handling, storage, and sanitation practices.
Ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to adjust to changing needs and multitask during busy periods.
Ability to work both independently on assigned tasks and collaboratively as part of a team.
Demonstrate patience and clarity when instructing or guiding volunteers with varying levels of experience.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse populations.
Provide thoughtful and attentive customer service by communicating clearly and handling difficult situations with professionalism, patience, and empathy.
Use basic computer programs (email, spreadsheets, and more) and have basic computer skills.
Ability to accept supervision, direction, and feedback with openness.
Be reliable, dependable, and consistent in attendance.
Ability to lift and move heavy items up to 50 pounds.
Ability to sit, stand, and move for at least 2 hours at a time or more.
Ability to operate kitchen equipment.
Ability to bend, squat, kneel, twist, push, and pull to perform job functions.
Ability to safely climb stairs, ladders, and step stools.
Wear OSHA-required protective gear for safety.
Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with diverse and/or vulnerable populations is preferred.
High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure meals are served at scheduled times each day.
Collaborate with the Volunteer Coordinator to oversee daily kitchen operations and provide clear direction to volunteers.
Instruct volunteers on safe food handling practices and adherence to cleanliness standards, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hairnets, gloves, and aprons.
Maintain and organize kitchen, food storage locations, and all equipment to ensure all is in proper working order and to meet all Health Department standards.
Support the Kitchen Manager in maintaining proper food storage and handling procedures to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations across all kitchen and food service areas.
Develop positive relationships with centers volunteers, guests, and other agency staff.
Act as a member of a cohesive team.
Clean and maintain floor drains weekly.
Attend mandatory agency trainings, including Trauma-Informed Care, Housing Focused, De-escalation, Suicide Prevention, CPR, and more.
Participate in emergency drills and environmental safety activities, as required.
Follow all agency protocols for security, safety, and sanitation to maintain a clean and secure environment for guests and staff.
Other duties as assigned.
Actively engage with and honor the unique backgrounds, identities, and experiences of all individuals we serve.
Advance the agency’s commitment to honoring diverse ethnic and cultural heritages through daily actions that foster genuine belonging.
Implement Housing Focused principles, risk management strategies, and high-access services as foundational to our mission.
Maintain healthy boundaries using trauma-informed approaches in all interactions.