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Food Service Associate

Wheeler Mission Ministries
Indianapolis, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 7/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/17/2026

Position Description

 

Wheeler Mission Ministries is a privately funded 501(c)3 non-profit, evangelical Christian ministry whose designated purpose is religious.  We are a Christ-centered ministry which is dedicated to sharing the Gospel and helping those experiencing homelessness and those in need.  Wheeler Mission Ministries considers every position one of ministry and a vital and valued part of our team. Therefore, it is essential that all employees of Wheeler Mission Ministries have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and subscribe to our Mission, Vision, Statement of Faith, Core Values, and Qualifications for Employment upon hire and continuously while employed.  Employees are encouraged and expected to share the Gospel as opportunities arise.

 

Job Title: Food Services Associate (FSA)

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt 

Reports to: Food Service Manager

Full or Part-time: Full-Time

Team:  Center for Women and Children

 

Position Summary:

Executes all operational aspects of kitchen support during their assigned shift. Works alongside other food service associates, volunteers, and program guests in a collaborative effort to provide nutritious meals to approximately 100 – 350 guests, staff, and other participants while maintaining a safe, clean environment and grace-filled environment.

Qualifications:

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Brief description of duties in order of priority

 

Key Area: Is responsible for providing 3 meals per day at assigned site including:  

  • Preparation, serving, and cleanup.
  • Maintenance of a safe and clean kitchen environment that meets all applicable state, county, and city statutes and codes and complies with best practice standards.
  • Collaborating with others to execute responsibilities.

 

Key Area: Plans and prepares for meals through:

  • Contributing to recipe designs
  • Assisting with menu selection
  • Maintaining an orderly kitchen and storing and preparing food efficiently

 

Key Area: Administrative:

  • Reports any breakdowns and malfunctions to supervisor immediately
  • Attends regular team and site meetings
  • Completes other duties and prepares for special events when requested.

 

 

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:  

This position has no direct reports but may be asked to assist in the supervision of program guests and volunteers.

 

 

Competencies Required

 

Unique for this job

Unique for this job

For managers of people

Adaptability

Food Handling Knowledge

 

Guest/Customer Focus

Collaboration

 

Relates Well to Others

Listening

 

Compassion

Patience

 

Timeliness

Conflict Resolution

 

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience:

  • Experience preparing food in a commercial setting preferred.
  • 1 years of successful, recent work experience, demonstrating dependability and a strong work ethic.
  • Demonstrated desire to learn, grow and develop in previous roles and situations.
  • Demonstrated ability to learn software systems that support role.
  • Must be SERV Safe Certified or be able to acquire this certification within 6 months of being hired.

 

Required Knowledge Areas for Success:

  • Food Preparation and Safety
  • Industrial Kitchen Equipment
  • Guest Relations
  • Conflict Management

 

Technical/Software Knowledge:

  • Basic Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including email and Word
  • Basic Proficiency in Pay Com 

 

Mission Alignment:

  • Belief in the inerrancy of the Holy Bible
  • Adherence to WM Employee Policies
  • Alignment with WM Core Values:
  • Christ-Centered Purpose
  • Faithful Stewardship
  • Excellence
  • Grace and Truth

 

Physical Requirements:

The Food Service Associate must be able to carry out the required job duties in a fast-paced Christ Centered environment that is grace-based, trauma informed, and strengths focused. It is a fast-paced environment that serves three meals per day, seven days per week, heavily utilizing donations to provide meals to guests.

To perform the essential job functions of this position, a candidate must be capable :

  • Walking short distances with the ability to ascend and descend stairs.
  • Physical dexterity sufficient to type and operate standard kitchen and office equipment.
  • Physical ability to perform normal culinary functions with endurance to remain standing for long periods of time.
  • Strength to lift donations, food items and equipment up to 30 pounds.

 

Other Requirements for Employment

  • Availability to work weekends, evenings and holiday hours.
  • Conflict of Interest Policy
  • Confidentiality Policy
  • Post offer acceptable background check required for all positions
  • 1 years of sobriety
  • All employees must sign and adhere to WM Drugs and Alcohol policy and remain free from addiction to drugs or alcohol and illegal drug use. Candidates must submit to and pass a drug and/or alcohol test. This drug and/or alcohol testing may occur any time after the applicant receives a conditional offer of employment. 

 

 Disclaimer: Although WMM has attempted to accurately and thoroughly describe this position, WMM reserves the right to change the same, including to change, add to or subtract from the duties outlined, within the sole discretion of WMM, at any time, with or without advance notice.  This position description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This position description is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The employment relationship remains “at-will.”  The aforementioned job requirements are subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities.

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