Kitchen Steward: Clean Kitchens, Fast-Paced, Great Benefits

Utah Community Action; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA match

Telehealth

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Winter break

PTO

Self-Care hour

Life insurance

Disability insurance

EAP

Job summary

Utah Community Action's Kitchen Steward role in South Salt Lake City offers a full-time schedule with early mornings and a competitive benefits package. The position supports meal preparation for children and families while maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment.

You will operate and sanitize equipment, wash dishes, manage waste, assist with food prep, and ensure compliance with food safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Current Food Handler's Permit or ability to obtain one within two weeks of hire.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 2–3 years of kitchen experience preferred.
• Background checks and Head Start health requirements apply.

Responsibilities

• Operate, sanitize, and maintain kitchen equipment.
• Wash dishes, cookware, utensils, and kitchen vessels.
• Sweep, mop, and maintain clean kitchen, warehouse, and dishwashing areas.
• Dispose of waste and recycling while monitoring chemical levels.
• Assist with food preparation as directed by the Kitchen Manager.
• Properly store food and supplies, load and unload inventory, and report maintenance or safety concerns.

Skills

Food safety

Sanitation

Team player

English communication

Flexibility

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Utah Community Action's Kitchen Steward role in South Salt Lake City offers a full-time schedule with early mornings and a competitive benefits package. The position supports meal preparation for children and families while maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment.

You will operate and sanitize equipment, wash dishes, manage waste, assist with food prep, and ensure compliance with food safety guidelines.