Flexible-Hours Kitchen Assistant | Community Meals

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory is seeking a Kitchen Aide to support the Older Alaskans Program by assisting in meal preparation, serving, and maintaining a clean, sanitary kitchen and dining area. You will help with storage, inventory control, and food safety compliance under the Food Service Manager's supervision.

The role requires a GED or high school diploma with at least 1 year in a food service setting, basic math and record-keeping skills, and a willingness to work flexible

Qualifications

• GED or High School diploma and at least 1 year experience working in a food service setting.
• Ability to follow directions and work with others.
• Current food handler's card or willingness to obtain one within 30 days of placement.
• Ability to manage time effectively.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends.
• Reliable means of getting to your place of work.
• Ability to keep accurate records and reports and to communicate effectively in oral and written form.

Responsibilities

• Assists, as directed, in the preparation of appropriate foods, hot or cold, in a timely fashion according to pre-planned menu cycle.
• Assist in the serving of meals and dishing of the meals on wheels containers.
• Ensure the dining area supplies are stocked and that the beverage stations are maintained according to dietary standards.
• Meets time frames with respect to production.
• Gathers food items according to production sheets and begins preparing according to direction, assists as directed in preparation of salads, desserts, and sandwich items.
• Assures all foods are stored in a safe and sanitary manner, to include dates and labeling of usable food items for future use.
• Uses appropriate chemicals for cleaning and sanitation.
• Washes pots and pans using the three-pot sink method. Operates commercial dishwasher in safe manner for cleaning and sanitizing dinnerware, utensils and the like.
• As assigned, cleans, and sanitizes all equipment used daily, Keeps entire area neat and clean. Sweep and mop floors, as directed.
• Assists, as assigned, in the receiving and storage of food and supplies.
• Report equipment failures, breakages, or other kitchen/dining area to Food Service Manager, in a timely manner.
• Participate and/or attend department meetings, trainings, and other functions as assigned.
• Other related duties as assigned by the Food Service Manager and/or the Lead Cook on duty.

Skills

Follow directions

Teamwork

Time management

Kitchen equipment operation

Flexibility

Reliable transportation

Communication skills

Education

GED or High School diploma

Tools

Food handler's card

Job description

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory is seeking a Kitchen Aide to support the Older Alaskans Program by assisting in meal preparation, serving, and maintaining a clean, sanitary kitchen and dining area. You will help with storage, inventory control, and food safety compliance under the Food Service Manager's supervision.

The role requires a GED or high school diploma with at least 1 year in a food service setting, basic math and record-keeping skills, and a willingness to work flexible