SOME (So Others Might Eat) exists to help the homeless and poor of Washington, DC. With over 30 programs throughout the District of Columbia, we provide a wide spectrum of services to the most vulnerable individuals and families of our city. We strive to provide success paths toward mental and physical health, continued sobriety, job training and employment with a living wage, affordable housing, and ultimately living independently and confidently.

SOME (So Others Might Eat) is currently seeking a Kitchen Aide to join our Dining Room department on O Street in NW Washington, DC.

Position Description: The Kitchen Aide coordinates daily food service for clients within dining room for breakfast and lunch. Coordinates daily volunteer participation and work activities within dining
room and kitchen area.

Covid-19 Considerations: SOME (So Others Might Eat) currently has a mandatory Covid-19 vaccination policy. All employees are required to have completed the Covid-19 vaccination prior to hiring. Submission of Covid-19 Vaccination Card is required.

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday, 6:30am - 2:30pm (40 hours per week)

Qualifications:

Required: 1-3 yrs. customer service experience

Preferred: HS Diploma or GED; experience providing services to the homeless

Required License/Certification: CPR/First-Aid; DC Food Handler's License

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of SOME Programs and services
• Customer service skills to interact with clients
• Time management skills with the ability to prioritize
• Conflict resolution skills
• Able to communicate with diverse audiences
• Flexibility with the ability to multi-task despite competing priorities

Expected Contributions: Dining Room and Volunteer Management

• Oversee food and beverage service for clients
  Act as dining room host, on rotating schedule
  Reset dining service and clean in between meals
  Provide deep cleaning of kitchen
• Track meal count and client demographics for breakfast and lunch
• Adhere to serving timeline and communicate timeline to volunteers
• Bring in food donations and stock shelves
• Organize groceries for Central Kitchen Program and package for delivery
  Assist in shower room, as needed
• Notify Public Safety employees when assistance is needed
• Deliver meals to program sites as needed
• Supervise volunteers when acting as dining room host
• Set meal portion size with cook and explain to volunteers
• Provide oversight of volunteer groups and deliver instruction to volunteers on work activities

Reports to: Senior Director, Community Resources

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

To Apply: Go to our career page at https://www.some.org/careers/open-opportunities and click on the search icon to locate this position. Follow the instructions to complete your online application profile to be considered. No phone calls, please.

SOME (So Others Might Eat) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, genetic information, disability, matriculation, political affiliation, veteran status, or liability for service in the Armed forces of the United States. SOME (So Others Might Eat) is also a Drug-Free Workplace.