Kitchen Assistant – Williston Heritage Center Job Summary

Purpose

Williston Heritage Center provides meal services to qualifying individuals in the Williston area.

Reports To

The Kitchen Assistant will report to the Cook.

Job Overview

Under the direction of the Cook, the Kitchen Assistant assists in preparation of meals for congregate and home-delivered meals.

Responsibilities and Duties

This is a full-time role, Monday-Friday, from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

· Promotes an organizational culture that embraces the values of respect, care, support, effective, communication, teamwork, collaboration, accountability, and responsibility; and works with all staff to create and maintain a workplace environment reflective of such values

· Assist cook in all areas of food preparation, packaging and plating of meals

· Maintains a clean and organized kitchen and dining areas, following infection control and universal precautions to ensure that a sanitary environment is achieved at all times

· Monitor, label, and properly store all inventory

· Responsible for the safe and proper mixing and use of cleaning solutions while adhering to safety precautions

· Utilizes resources appropriately and adheres to all guidelines, policies, and procedures

·In the absence of the cook, the Kitchen Assistant will be required to step in and fulfil cook duties

· Additional responsibilities may be assigned as appropriate, this summary is not considered to encompass all responsibilities

Qualifications

· Fine motor skills

· Visual acuity

· Ability to follow oral and written instructions, and perform routine, repetitive tasks daily

· Ability to lift 50 pounds; push/pull weight up to 35 pounds with wheels; twist/rotate at the waist; continuously stand and walk; frequently reach at or above shoulder height; handle full/empty pots and pants

· Experience in food preparation preferred

· High school diploma or GED equivalent

· Ability to successfully pass all pre-employment background checks

Benefits

· Pay: From $16.00 per hour

·NO WEEKENDS OR EVENINGS

·50% employer contribution for Health Insurance

·Retirement Savings Plan (Employer Match)

·11 Annual paid Holidays

·Paid time off

· Bonus and raise opportunities

·Schedule flexibility

Application Details
If you are interested in being considered for employment with us, please send a resume to director@willistonseniors.org or visit us at: facebook.com/willistonseniorcenter or willistonseniors.org

Williston Heritage Center
18 Main St.
Williston ND, 58801

Williston Council for the Aging (WCA) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages employees to bring their authentic, original, and best selves to work for a culturally inclusive team. We offer equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, ethnicity, pregnancy status, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, political opinions or affiliations, veteran status, or other legally protected classes. WCA also complies with applicable state and local laws and federal law requirements that govern nondiscrimination in every location where we operate.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person