Kitchen Assistant (South Boston)

Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading non-profit organization is seeking a part-time Kitchen Assistant in South Boston. The role involves preparing and serving food to youth, ensuring compliance with health regulations, and maintaining a clean kitchen environment. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and experience working with children, along with a passion for promoting healthy lifestyles.

Qualifications

• ServSafe certification or ability to obtain within 3-6 months.
• CPR / FA certification or ability to obtain.
• Flexibility for clubhouse hours, especially seasonally.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food to club members as part of the afterschool meals program.
• Ensure compliance with Department of Education and Board of Health regulations.
• Maintain a safe and clean kitchen/cafeteria area.

Skills

Knowledge of kitchen operations

Food preparation

Experience working with children

Organized

Reliable

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

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Essential Duties And Responsibilities

1. Prepare and serve food to 6-18 year old club members as part of afterschool meals program.
2. Ensure compliance with the Department of Education and Board of Health regulations.
3. Maintain and report on number of members served daily and the numbers of meals distributed.
4. Report all incidents immediately to the supervisor.
5. Assist in the supervision of members participating in programs and services within the kitchen.
6. Secure and maintain materials, equipment and other resources belonging to the kitchen area.
7. Maintain a safe and clean kitchen/cafeteria area.
8. Participate in Culinary team meetings, when possible.
9. Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Expectations

• Healthy Behavior Modeling: Teaching youth/teens the importance of living an active, healthy lifestyle.
• Inclusive Environment: Embracing inclusion of all members, regardless of ability or developmental challenge.
• Continuous Learning: Participating in professional development to enhance skills in youth development.
• Safe Spaces: Ensuring an environment free of abuse.

Position Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of kitchen operations and food preparation.
• ServSafe certification or ability to obtain it within 3-6 months.
• CPR / FA certification or ability to obtain it.
• Experience working with children.
• Organized and reliable.
• Flexibility for clubhouse hours, especially seasonally.
• Valid driver’s license.

Job Details

• Type: Part-time
• Schedule: M-F 2pm-7pm
• Pay Range: $19 - $21 (depending on experience & internal equity)

Additional Information

• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type: Part-time
• Job Function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Non-profit Organizations