Community Kitchen Assistant - Serve Meals with Heart

Volunteers of America Northern California and Northern Nevada; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Volunteers of America Northern California and Northern Nevada seeks a Full-Time Kitchen Assistant for its Central Kitchen in downtown Sacramento. You will support food preparation, assist with washing, and help maintain safe, sanitary cooking areas to nourish seniors, veterans, families, and shelter residents.

The role requires prior kitchen experience, teamwork, and the ability to follow direction in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting in a kitchen environment is required.
• Familiarity with kitchen sanitation and safety standards.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily kitchen operations and food preparation.
• Perform washing, cleaning, and sanitation of kitchen areas.
• Manage inventory and organize food supplies.
• Handle and prepare meal ingredients per Cook's instructions.
• Help set up and serve at meal times.
• Follow health, safety, and sanitation regulations.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Fast-paced work

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Food Handler’s License

Job description

Volunteers of America Northern California and Northern Nevada seeks a Full-Time Kitchen Assistant for its Central Kitchen in downtown Sacramento. You will support food preparation, assist with washing, and help maintain safe, sanitary cooking areas to nourish seniors, veterans, families, and shelter residents.

The role requires prior kitchen experience, teamwork, and the ability to follow direction in a fast-paced environment.