Kitchen Steward

Utah Community Action • South Salt Lake, UT

14d • Onsite

About The Position

The Kitchen Steward supports central kitchen operations by maintaining a clean, safe, organized, and inspection-ready environment. The role helps support the preparation of nutritious meals for children and families in the community. This is a full-time, non-exempt position located in South Salt Lake City, Utah, with a schedule of Monday through Thursday from 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM and Friday from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Requirements

• Current Food Handler's Permit or ability to obtain one within two weeks of hire.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Ability to follow food safety, sanitation, and health department guidelines.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Reliable attendance, professionalism, and effective communication in English.
• Team-oriented, flexible, and accountable.
• Ability to lift more than 50 pounds and remain on one's feet for extended periods.
• Ability to frequently bend, reach, squat, climb, and push or pull.
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive an agency vehicle when needed.
• Successful completion of a background check, drug and alcohol screening, sex offender registry check, child abuse/neglect check, and compliance with Head Start health requirements.
• Must meet applicable federal employment requirements.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two to three years of kitchen experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate, sanitize, and maintain kitchen equipment.
• Wash dishes, cookware, utensils, and kitchen vessels.
• Sweep and mop, and maintain clean kitchen, warehouse, and dishwashing areas.
• Dispose of waste and recycling and monitor chemical levels.
• Assist with food preparation as directed by the Kitchen Manager.
• Properly store food and supplies and load and unload inventory.
• Report maintenance or safety concerns.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• HSA with up to $2,500 match and telehealth access.
• 401(k) with 5% company match.
• 11 paid holidays and paid winter break from Christmas through New Year's.
• 192 PTO hours annually and a weekly paid self-care hour.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed