Kitchen Lead: Meal Prep & Food Safety

The Salvation Army; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support meal preparation, maintain a clean kitchen, and assist with food distribution in accord with established food safety standards.

Key duties include assisting the Head Cook, stocking and organizing supplies, ensuring sanitation, and recording food service statistics. Must have ServSafe certification, read recipes, and be able to follow menus and safety instructions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; candidates currently pursuing either may be considered.
• Previous food preparation or food service experience preferred.
• Current ServSafe Food Handler certification required.
• Ability to read and follow recipes, menus, and food safety instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Cook with meal preparation and service; prepare and serve meals independently when the Head Cook is absent.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized kitchen, dining, and food service area, including dishwashing and post-meal cleanup.
• Stock, organize, and maintain food supplies and dry storage areas; monitor proper food storage practices.
• Follow food safety procedures, including required temperature monitoring, and comply with applicable food service laws and regulations.
• Secure the kitchen and food storage areas when not in use.
• Participate in required training and maintain applicable food safety certifications.
• In the Head Cook’s absence, plan and follow monthly menus and coordinate food and supply orders with the supervisor.
• Only in absence of head cook: Coordinate with supervisor to order and obtain food and supplies.
• Maintain accurate food service statistics and required records.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Meal prep

Sanitation

Food safety

Reading recipes

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

The Salvation Army is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support meal preparation, maintain a clean kitchen, and assist with food distribution in accord with established food safety standards.

Key duties include assisting the Head Cook, stocking and organizing supplies, ensuring sanitation, and recording food service statistics. Must have ServSafe certification, read recipes, and be able to follow menus and safety instructions.