Kitchen Worker

The Salvation Army Eastern Territory•Cleveland, OH

About The Position

The Kitchen Worker supports kitchen operations by ensuring the proper and safe handling, holding, serving, and storage of food, while maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen area. The role helps provide safe, presentable, and properly portioned food and supports kitchen staff, volunteers, and client meal needs. The starting rate of pay is $16.00 per hour. The Salvation Army is an international movement and an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible, its ministry is motivated by the love of God, and its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
At least six months of experience with food volume production or culinary/hospitality training.
Ability to routinely lift and carry boxes weighing 50 pounds or more.
Ability to use stairs when necessary for building evacuations, drills, or elevator maintenance.
Ability to understand the use of kitchen equipment.
Ability to stand for extended periods, up to the full duration of the scheduled shift.
Ability to withstand high temperatures for prolonged periods.
Ability to handle knives, sharp objects, and cleaning chemicals and work amid varying noise levels.
Effectiveness in dealing with the public and/or intoxicated individuals.
Speak positively about the programs, staff, and The Salvation Army.
Use respectful language, tone of voice, and body language, and verbalize pro-social thinking.
Display pro-social behavior.
Maintain appropriate boundaries with clients and employees.

Nice To Haves

Entry-level kitchen experience desired.

Responsibilities

Support the department and staff in providing safe food that is presentable and properly portioned.
Restock food on the line, including paper supplies and stock ware.
Assist the cook, dishwasher, and stock worker.
Conduct movement of the line, ensuring proper food handling and portion sizes.
Support volunteers and manage client needs and special meals.
Ensure the line is set up and food is held and served at proper temperatures.
Clean the serving area and help store or dispose of food leftovers that cannot be re-served.
Sign delivery invoices when the Director, Inventory Stock person, or Cook is unavailable.
Maintain the cleanliness of the kitchen area, equipment, and shelves during and at the end of the assigned shift.
Ensure leftover food is sealed, dated, and stored properly according to regulations.
Unload and put away stock when shipments are received, as needed.
Wear a uniform, hair coverings, proper shoes, and gloves when in direct contact with food.
Perform other duties as requested by the Food Service Manager or the HLC Executive Director.