Kitchen Helper

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive,

No weekends

Job summary

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is seeking a flexible, community‑minded meals assistant to support congregate and home‑delivered meal programs. The role covers meal preparation, serving, cleanup, and safe transport of meals, with additional duties in dishwashing, sanitizing work areas, and cleaning equipment.

This position offers a flexible schedule with no weekends and a chance to make a tangible difference in the local community while upholding professional standards and a welcoming

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently, follow directions, and perform tasks accurately.
• Effective communication with others.
• Ability to read and follow verbal directions.
• Represent the organization professionally through dress and hygiene.
• Engage with diners to promote a welcoming atmosphere.
• Driver's license preferred; background check required; MVR may be needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation, serving, cleanup, and transportation of meals.
• Support congregate and home-delivered meals, youth, and school meals as needed.
• Assist with food preparation, dishwashing, sanitizing work areas, and cleaning equipment.
• Transport meals when necessary.

Skills

Independent work

Communication

Read directions

Professional dress/hygiene

Customer-friendly

Driver's license preferred

Background check (BCA)

Job description

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize, and reward employees.

Consider joining us!

This role offers a flexible schedule, no weekends, and play a huge role in your local community!

Job Summary:

The focus of this position is to assist with preparation, serving, clean up, and transportation for congregate and home-delivered meals, youth, and school meals. This position is also responsible for assisting with food preparation, dishwashing, sanitizing work areas, and cleaning equipment, appliances, and floors. This position will also transport meals when necessary.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Be able to work independently to a degree, follow directions, and be efficient and accurate.


• Must be able to communicate effectively with others.


• Must be able to read and follow verbal directions.


• Represent Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota (LSS) in a professional manner through adhering to dress code and personal hygiene practices.


• Represent LSS as the provider of this service, engaging with diners to promote a welcoming and inviting atmosphere.


• Valid driver's license preferred.


• Must be cleared by a Bureau of Criminal Affairs (BCA) background study and have a driver's license; a Motor Vehicle Check (MVR) is required.