What are the responsibilities and job description for the Doughnut Hut Assistant position at The Salvation Army USA Western Territory?
Mission Statement: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Position Title: Doughnut Hut Assistant
Corps/Department: Salvation Army, Hoonah Corps
Reports To: Doughnut Hut/Corps Assistant
FLSA Status: Temporary Part-time; Non-Exempt
Dates of Employment: April 20, 2026-October 2, 2026
Scope of Position:
The Doughnut Hut Assistants will be responsible for making doughnuts and selling them to customers. The Assistant will also ensure the equipment is properly cleaned and maintained, as well as keeping the facility clean.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
* Ability to politely and professionally interact with co-workers and the public.
* Ability to work with individuals of diverse backgrounds and circumstances.
* Ability to follow instructions and maintain attention to detail.
* Cash register, check guard, and credit card machine experience preferred.
* Alaska Food Worker Card required or obtained within 30 days after employment.
* Must pass all background checks required by The Salvation Army.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE but are not limited to:
* Operate cash register and credit card machines.
* Greet and assist customers in purchasing refreshments.
* Assist with entire doughnut making process (mixing, pouring, frying, topping, bagging, etc.)
* Assist in keeping the facility and equipment clean and in good working order in order to maintain a safe and pleasant working environment.
* Perform other related duties as assigned.
Language Skills: Must be able to understand, follow and give both written and oral instructions. The employee must be able to use speech and hearing for ordinary and telephone conversation.
Mathematical Skills: Must be able to perform simple calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) and apply concepts such as ratios and percentages in practical situations.
Performance Skills: Must be creative, self-motivated, organized, flexible, and possess leadership skills.
Protect the Mission: Pass the Background Check required by The Salvation Army for employment.
Physical Requirements: Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on intermittent or continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, pull, and reach overhead. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to understand written information. Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship will result.
Acknowledgement of Religious Purposes of The Salvation Army: The employee acknowledges that he/she has been informed and understands The Salvation Army's religious purpose and status as a church. The employee agrees that he/she shall do nothing to his/her relationship with The Salvation Army as an employee to undermine its religious mission. The employee agrees and understands that his/her services are a necessary part of The Army's religious purposes, and his/her work-related conduct must not conflict with, interfere with, or undermine such religious programs or The Army's religious purposes.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing a respectful environment for all applicants and employees that is free from unlawful discrimination or harassment based on age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by law. Such equal opportunity for employment will apply to recruitment and hiring, training, promotion, salaries and other compensation, transfers, and layoffs or termination.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The Salvation Army is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified job applicants, job candidates, and employees with disabilities to ensure they enjoy equal access to all employment opportunities and benefits of employment as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. EEO is the Law.