Kitchen Steward — Cleanliness & Prep Support

Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida in Orlando is seeking a part-time Kitchen Steward to maintain cleanliness and organization of food storage, dining areas, and kitchen surfaces under the supervision of the Manager of Food Services.

The role supports meal preparation and distribution, operates cleaning equipment, adheres to safety standards, and contributes to a respectful, dignified environment for guests and volunteers.

Qualifications

• HS or GED preferred with at least 1 year of related experience.
• Previous cleaning and preventative maintenance experience preferred.
• Bilingual candidates and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Ability to stand, sit, kneel, or crouch for extended periods.
• Safely climb up and down ladders.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds for short periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and organization in food storage areas, including refrigerators, freezers, and dry storage shelves.
• Thoroughly clean and sanitize dining hall tables, chairs, and countertops before and after meal service.
• Wash, rinse, and sanitize dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and other food service equipment.
• Sweep, mop, and vacuum dining hall floors to maintain cleanliness and prevent slip hazards.
• Empty and sanitize trash receptacles regularly to ensure a hygienic environment.
• Assist in the assembly and packaging of meals for distribution, ensuring accurate portioning and presentation.
• Unload food and non-food products to go into food pantry, coolers and freezers using safe lifting, pulling and pushing practices.
• Perform preventative maintenance, cleaning, and sanitizing food service equipment, including ovens, steamers, ice machines, etc.
• Clean and maintain various types of floors, walls, and surfaces, and ceiling vents.
• Maintain assigned equipment in optimal condition dishwasher by clearing of food and other debris prior to and after use.
• Collaborate with Food Services Cook on volunteer groups and individuals on safe food preparation, serving, and cleaning if needed.
• Assist Food Services Cook with food preparation activities as needed, including chopping vegetables, preparing ingredients, and following recipes under the guidance of kitchen staff.
• As needed, operate kitchen equipment such as mixers, slicers, and food processors safely and efficiently.
• Receive and inspect incoming food deliveries to ensure quality and freshness under the guidance of the Food Services Cook.
• Properly store food items in designated areas, adhering to FIFO principles to minimize waste.
• Report kitchen accidents or violations of food safety codes and procedures to Kitchen Services Manager or other Management staff promptly.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Ensure donors fill out food donation forms to be provided to the Development team for processing.
• Label each individual food donation that is perishable with date of reception once received from the donor.

Skills

Excellent communication

Independent work

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Respect and kindness

Dependable and punctual

Cleaning safety

Education

HS or GED

1 year related experience

Job description

The Coalition for the Homeless of Central Florida in Orlando is seeking a part-time Kitchen Steward to maintain cleanliness and organization of food storage, dining areas, and kitchen surfaces under the supervision of the Manager of Food Services.

The role supports meal preparation and distribution, operates cleaning equipment, adheres to safety standards, and contributes to a respectful, dignified environment for guests and volunteers.