Kitchen Assistant

Job Overview
As the Kitchen Assistant, the incumbent will be responsible to assist the Senior Center staff with daily preparation of regular meals, keeping the kitchen orderly, sanitized and all equipment ready for use. The incumbent will also, as part of their daily duties, keep restrooms, annex, and building clean and orderly.

Responsibilities
Assist Staff in accomplishing the following duties: keep the dishes sanitized, clean and ready for use, and for the daily cleaning of all used kitchen pots, pans, and other equipment; ensures that the dining area is set-up for daily congregate meal service; maintain an accurate and ongoing inventory of food and supplies; follow directions regarding proper meal preparation; assist with proper storing of food and supply items; keep daily, bi-weekly, monthly and annual logs updated, including temperature logs for the refrigerator and freezer; assist with clean-up of the kitchen; responsible for the daily housekeeping of the Senior Center; and assists with the daily signing in of elders and guests, including collecting any meal fees, and delivering home-bound meals as needed.

Requirements
Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent and have previous experience working in a commercial kitchen or restaurant setting preferred. Must have a Food Handler's certificate and ServSafe Certification or able to obtain within 60 days from date of hire. Able to follow directions and be able to maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and facility. Ability to deal effectively and courteously with persons in the performance of the required duties and must have knowledge of proper food handling and food storage procedures. Must completed a background character investigation and criminal check and is a mandatory reporter.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $14.42 - $17.22 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14 - $17