Kitchen Aide/Assistant

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory; Nevada City (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization is seeking individuals to assist with food service operations, including daily food preparation and cleaning duties. Candidates must be at least 18 years old and demonstrate general skills in working with children. Previous camping experience is preferred. The role entails maintaining a clean kitchen environment and following all safety protocols. This position welcomes qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to contribute effectively to the team.

Qualifications

• Preferred: previous camping experience either as a camper or as a staff member.
• Must have general skills in working with children.
• Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist Head Cook with daily preparation of food as assigned.
• Work in harmony with all cooks and food service staff for efficient operation.
• Assist with cleaning and caring of kitchen and equipment as assigned.
• Follow established inventory control procedures.
• Maintain refrigerator in clean and orderly manner daily.

Job description

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 for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

BASIC PURPOSE

Assist with all food service procedures as assigned by the Head Cook. To assume responsibility for delivery of all food service products and supplies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist Head Cook with daily preparation of food as assigned.
• Work in harmony with all cooks and food service staff relative to daily work schedules for the efficient operation of food services.
• Assist with cleaning and caring of kitchen and all equipment as assigned.
• Clean stock rooms and maintain them in an orderly fashion.
• Follow established inventory control procedures.
• Maintain refrigerator in clean and orderly manner daily and thorough cleaning on a weekly basis.
• Put away hot food, salads, desserts, etc.
• Assist with kitchen cleaning as directed by Head Cook.
• Assist with unloading of kitchen supplies.
• Maintain a standard of cleanliness in personal grooming and in living quarters.
• Assist with the cleanup of the total camp at the end of each session and at the conclusion of the summer.

All staff may be called upon at any time to assist in the total operation of the camp. All staff is expected to be involved in the total camp program. You are expected to join in all evening programs; absences are excused only through the Program Director.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check to include a DOJ Livescan Fingerprint check.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have general skills in working with children.
• Preferred: previous camping experience either as a camper or as a staff member.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis.
• Ability to grasp, push, and/or pull objects.
• Ability to reach overhead.
• Ability to operate telephone.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. for administrative positions.

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 if the accommodation needed would not result in undue hardship.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1 year: Food Services (preferred).

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.