Utility Kitchen Staff

Mennonite Village; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Employee meal discount

Education scholarships

24/7 on-site fitness center

Job summary

Mennonite Village in Albany, OR is seeking a Utility Kitchen Worker to wash and prep ingredients, clean and sanitize dishes, and keep kitchen areas ready for the next meal order. You will support a positive dining experience for residents and work as part of a collaborative dining team.

The role emphasizes reliability, a proactive attitude, and attention to detail, with duties spanning food prep, dishwashing, and maintaining stock levels.

Qualifications

• Have or obtain a Food Handlers Card within 30 days of employment.
• Be 16 years of age or older
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work a consistent schedule and maintain regular attendance
• Previous experience in food service
• Strong attention to detail
• Organized and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently
• Positive attitude and willingness to help others.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of food in accordance with policies, procedures, and all food safety regulations.
• Scrape, rinse, and load dishes and utensils into dishwasher.
• Maintain appropriate stock levels of clean dishware.
• Deep cleaning heavy equipment and department.

Job description

Are you ready for an exciting opportunity to showcase your versatile skills and earn competitive pay? Join our team at Mennonite Village as a Utility Kitchen Worker, where you can make a difference in the lives of our residents every day. This position is a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy being part of a team and providing outstanding service. Your role will be crucial in creating an efficient and enjoyable dining experience for our residents.

With pay ranging from $16.00 to $20.50 per hour, this part-time position is a great first step into the dining and commercial kitchen industry. With benefits such as Paid Time Off, employee meal discount, education scholarships, and 24/7 on-site fitness center, this is not an opportunity you want to pass on.

Why Work at Mennonite Village?

• Service is the core of what we do here at Mennonite Village
• Come be part of a mission-driven organization serving older adults with dignity and respect
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for training and development
• Fulfilling work the directly supports resident health and well-being

What You'll Do

As a Utility Worker at Mennonite Village, you will assist in the dining department by washing and prepping ingredients, cleaning and sanitizing dishes and utensils as well as ensuring that kitchen areas are cleared and prepped for the next meal order. Your dedication to excellence will be key in creating a positive dining experience for all.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assist in the preparation of food in accordance with policies, procedures, and all food safety regulations.
• Scrape, rinse, and load dishes and utensils into dishwasher.
• Maintain appropriate stock levels of clean dishware.
• Deep cleaning heavy equipment and department.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is dependable, team-oriented, and takes pride in service to others.

Required Qualifications:

• Have or obtain a Food Handlers Card withing 30 days of employment.
• Be 16 years of age or older
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work a consistent schedule and maintain regular attendance

Qualities That Set You Apart

• Previous experience in food service
• Strong attention to detail
• Organized and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently
• Positive attituded and willingness to help others.

Pay range, depending on experience: $16.00-$20.75

• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Retirement savings plan with company contributions or matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities, including training, certifications, and conferences
• Employee recognition programs and team celebrations

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Mennonite Village values diversity and inclusion and is committed to equal employment opportunity for all. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational need, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification under applicable law. We welcome individuals who share our mission of serving older adults with dignity, respect, and compassion.

We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment and to offering reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Criminal background check is required for new hires. Mennonite Village is a drug-free workplace. In addition, information may be obtained through the Driver and Motor Vehicle Services Division (DMV), court records, and other states' data systems. Fingerprints may be required as part of the check.