KITCHEN AND UTILITIES ASSISTANT - BAKERY FOCUS

Paycom - ATS; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-day workweek

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Mileage reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

Meals on Wheels People is seeking a Kitchen and Utilities Assistant in Portland. You will support the Central Kitchen by preparing bakery items, packaging, and distributing meals while maintaining strict sanitation and safety standards.

Responsibilities include following recipes and production charts, delivering orders to centers, and assisting in loading and warehouse tasks. A HS diploma and Oregon Food Handler’s certificate (or ability to obtain) are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Oregon Food Handler’s certificate or ability to obtain within two weeks.
• Knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist Baker with production of bakery items for senior dining menus.
• Prepare food according to standardized recipes and production charts.
• Follow daily production charts and recipes.
• Ensure accurate food counts for shipments to contract locations.
• Maintain USDA-compliant quality, quantity, and portioning standards.
• Clean equipment, carriers, coolers, and loading areas daily.
• Deliver food and supplies to dining centers or accounts.
• Assist with loading products and carrier verification for orders.
• Support warehouse duties and freight orders as needed.
• Assist in the dishwasher area as required.
• Maintain high cleaning and sanitation standards.
• Cross-train into other Central Kitchen departments.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

One-year food assembly experience

High-volume production experience

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Oregon Food Handler’s certificate or ability to obtain within two weeks

Tools

Ovens

Knives

Seal set/pack equipment

Can openers

Rolling racks

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Central Office - PORTLAND, OR, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $17.50 - $21.00Hourly, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services, Meals on Wheels People is an organization founded in and by the community! Over the past 50 years, our non-profit has helped thousands of older adults in the Portland Metro area keep their independence through weekly meal delivery and social connections. Our culture reflects our five values: integrity, commitment, respect, inclusion, creativity, and TEAMWORK. With over 20 meal delivery centers throughout Multnomah, Washington, and Clark counties, our staff and thousands of volunteers ensure that no adult over 60 goes hungry or experiences social isolation.

Make a meaningful impact while working in a supportive and collaborative environment that values your well-being. Enjoy the benefits of a four-day workweek, ample quality time off, and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k)-retirement plan, pet insurance, a wellness program, professional development opportunities, an Employee Assistance Program, and mileage reimbursement.

We are seeking a Kitchen and Utilities Assistant, who will be the backbone of our Central Kitchen operations, ensuring the smooth and efficient flow of food preparation, baking and distribution. Your role will involve assisting in the creation of bakery items for distribution, food packaging and maintaining product accuracy in accordance to food production charts. Additionally, you will play a pivotal role in the logistics of receiving, distributing, and delivering food products and supplies. Upholding strict cleanliness and sanitation standards, as per State and Federal guidelines, will be a top priority in this role.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Assist Baker with the production and preparation of bakery items for all senior dining menus
• Responsible for the preparation of food products following standardized recipes and food production charts
• Follows the directions for food preparation on the daily production charts
• Ensures accuracy of food count for shipment to contract location
• Follow direction for preparation of products according to the daily production charts and recipes
• Ensure all products meet quality, quantity, and portioning standards under USDA guidelines
• Complete cleanup of equipment and fixtures. Clean carriers and coolers daily. Clean loading walk-in daily. Clean all loading areas inside and outside of the building.
• Deliver food, supplies, inter-office mail, and equipment to dining centers or account location and place them in the proper area
• Assist as needed with loading products onto the carriers for distribution. Ensure that the correct quantities are distributed and product is properly labeled and sealed. Check off and sign carrier tags on carriers for complete orders
• Assist as needed with all freight orders for distribution to accounts and warehouse duties
• Assist as needed in the dishwasher area
• Maintain high cleaning and sanitation standards in compliance with food safety standards and operating procedures
• Cross-train into other Central Kitchen departments
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications: Education & Knowledge

• High school diploma or GED Certificate
• Understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures
• Current Oregon Food Handler’s Certificate or ability to obtain within two weeks

Skills, Abilities & Experience

• One-year experience in food assembly; high-volume food production preferred
• Experience with ovens, knives, sealers, can openers, and rolling racks required
• Ability to understand and communicate basic cooking directions
• Basic math and computer skills
• Ability to work well with others in a diverse team-oriented atmosphere

Any satisfactory combination of experience, training and/or education that ensures the ability to perform the work may substitute for the above qualifications.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

• Work with and around food production machinery (sealers, ovens, mixers, knives, etc.
• Occasional environmental exposures to cold, heat, and water
• High frequency of multiple repetitive movements, including bending, reaching, and stooping
• The individual must be able to carry 50 pounds on occasion and up to 35 pounds regularly
• Ability to stand for 8 hours a day or more
• Candidate must successfully pass the Meals on Wheels People pre-employment drug & alcohol test and criminal background check

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise; employment in this job is an “at will” employment relationship.