Kitchen Assistant (7578)

The Salvation Army; Ardmore (OK); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Ardmore location is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support food preparation and meal service in a busy kitchen environment. You will assist with washing, chopping, beverages, and snacks, while maintaining clean surfaces and proper storage practices.

Responsibilities include serving meals, stocking supplies, and assisting with kitchen/window duties. A valid driver’s license and one year kitchen experience are preferred; willingness to perform additional duties as needed.

Qualifications

• One year kitchen experience preferred.
• Equivalent training/experience acceptable to meet requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing meals, beverages and snacks.
• Serve meals with appropriate portions.
• Clean tables, chairs, kitchen equipment and storage areas.
• Stock food, beverages and supplies in an orderly manner.
• Drive a Salvation Army truck on scheduled routes to collect donated food items.
• Set up tables and chairs for groups; perform related duties as needed.

Skills

Food preparation

Dishwashing

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: AOK-Ardmore Corps - Ardmore, OK 73401Position Type: Full Time RegularEducation Level: N/ATravel Percentage: MinimalJob Shift: DayJob Category: Food ServiceJob Summary

Assists in the preparation of food and the serving of meals; cleans kitchen equipment and washes dishes and wares; sweeps, mops and waxes floors.

Essential Functions

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.

Kitchen Duties (90%)

• Assists in preparing meals, beverages and snacks; washes and chops fruit and vegetables; mixes beverages and arrange snacks.
• Assists in serving meals ensuring appropriate proportions are provided.
• Clean tables, chairs, condiment holders, steam tables, and cold and hot storage holders
• Sweeps, mops, polishes, strips and waxes kitchen, dining room and kitchen bathroom floors.
• Clean refrigerators, freezers, ice machines, coffee makers, stoves, ovens and other kitchen related appliances.
• Stock food, beverages, supplies in an orderly and safe fashion.
• Assistant with washing Dining Room and Kitchen windows and doors.
• Individuals will empty and wash various refuse containers.
• Kitchen Assistant will perform all kitchen work in accordance with Local Health Regulations as it relates to food preparation, food service and storage.

Other Responsibilities (10%)

• Drives a Salvation Army truck on a scheduled route in order to pick up donated food items
• Set up tables and chairs as needed to accommodate groups
• Performs other related work as required
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

Ability to meet attendance requirements.

Ability to meet the physical aspects of the job requirements.

Ability to lift and move or carry at least 25 pounds.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a commercial kitchen environment where there may be physical discomforts associated with

working in and around hot/cold food service.

What we are looking for in youEducation and Experience

One year kitchen experience is preferred; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides

the required knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform this job.

Certifications/Licenses

Valid drivers license