What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kitchen Assistant COH - Part Time position at The Salvation Army?
Location: The Salvation Army Center of Hope, 1001 N. Penn Ave, Oklahoma City
Position Type: Non-exempt (hourly), Part-Time (up to 29 hours per week)
The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has a job opening for a Kitchen Assistant at our Red Shield Kitchen.
Job Summary
Assists Lead Cook in the preparation and serving of meals, snacks and coffee; prepares dining room for meals and assists in dining room and kitchen clean-up; cleans kitchen equipment and washes dishes; sweeps and mops floors.
Essential Functions
This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.
Preparation of Meals and Upkeep (95%)
Assists in preparing meals, beverages and snacks; washes and chops fruits and vegetables; mixes beverages and arranges snacks.
Assists in serving meals ensuring appropriate proportions are provided.
Washes, dries, and stores pots, pans, plates, glasses, cups, bowls, and utensils.
Cleans tables, chairs, floors, dishes, utensils, kitchen appliances and condiment holders
Sweeps and mops kitchen and dining room floors.
Cleans refrigerators, freezers, ice machines, coffee makers, stoves, and ovens.
Stocks foods, beverages, and supplies in an orderly and safe manner.
Empties trash cans.
Performs all kitchen work in accordance with health regulations as it relates to food preparation, food serving and storage.
Maintain orderly freezer and walk-in storage unit. Clean and defrost as needed.
Stores, refrigerates, and freezes foods in a safe and economical manner; monitors expiration dates on all foods ensuring proper disposal of food with expired dates.
Maintains a high degree of cleanliness in the kitchen and dining room; ensures that all meals are prepared in a safe manner; ensures all kitchen personnel and volunteers practice proper personal hygiene; ensures compliance with health regulations.
Other Responsibilities (5%)
Assists in monitoring work of volunteers working in the kitchen.
Performs other related work as required.
Materials and Equipment Used
Refrigerators Freezers Kitchen Dishes and Utensils
Mop Broom
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Education and Experience
High School Diploma or G.E.D. AND one year experience working in a kitchen preferred, OR any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Certifications/Licenses
Food Operators License or ability to get one
Driver’s License Preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of cleaning practices, methods, and techniques.
Ability to assist in the preparation and presentation of meals.
Ability to wash dishes and kitchen appliances.
Ability to clean kitchen and dining area.
Physical Requirements
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
Duties are usually performed by frequent walking and/or standing, kneeling, or squatting relieved by lesser periods of sitting.
Working Conditions
Works is performed in a normal kitchen environment where there may be limited physical discomforts associated with working around hot stoves/ovens or cold freezers
Why work for us?
The Salvation Army offers a broad range of career opportunities, particularly targeted toward those motivated by our mission, to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Our employees understand at the core of their work is the opportunity to be an integral part of an organization that is Doing the Most Good.
Additional Information:
All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.
To apply, click on the “Apply Now” icon at the bottom of this posting.
Application Submittal Period: Until filled.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
When an application is selected for review, typically, only applicants who indicate the relevant education and experience requirements, as indicated in the job description for the position, may be considered for job openings. Please FULLY complete the application, answer questions completely, honestly and to the best of your ability. Please also upload a copy of your resume (when available). Those applicants requiring accommodation to the application and/or interview process should contact a representative of the Human Resources Department at the applicable location.
We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army!
Position Type: Non-exempt (hourly), Part-Time (up to 29 hours per week)
The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has a job opening for a Kitchen Assistant at our Red Shield Kitchen.
Job Summary
Assists Lead Cook in the preparation and serving of meals, snacks and coffee; prepares dining room for meals and assists in dining room and kitchen clean-up; cleans kitchen equipment and washes dishes; sweeps and mops floors.
Essential Functions
This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.
Preparation of Meals and Upkeep (95%)
Assists in preparing meals, beverages and snacks; washes and chops fruits and vegetables; mixes beverages and arranges snacks.
Assists in serving meals ensuring appropriate proportions are provided.
Washes, dries, and stores pots, pans, plates, glasses, cups, bowls, and utensils.
Cleans tables, chairs, floors, dishes, utensils, kitchen appliances and condiment holders
Sweeps and mops kitchen and dining room floors.
Cleans refrigerators, freezers, ice machines, coffee makers, stoves, and ovens.
Stocks foods, beverages, and supplies in an orderly and safe manner.
Empties trash cans.
Performs all kitchen work in accordance with health regulations as it relates to food preparation, food serving and storage.
Maintain orderly freezer and walk-in storage unit. Clean and defrost as needed.
Stores, refrigerates, and freezes foods in a safe and economical manner; monitors expiration dates on all foods ensuring proper disposal of food with expired dates.
Maintains a high degree of cleanliness in the kitchen and dining room; ensures that all meals are prepared in a safe manner; ensures all kitchen personnel and volunteers practice proper personal hygiene; ensures compliance with health regulations.
Other Responsibilities (5%)
Assists in monitoring work of volunteers working in the kitchen.
Performs other related work as required.
Materials and Equipment Used
Refrigerators Freezers Kitchen Dishes and Utensils
Mop Broom
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Education and Experience
High School Diploma or G.E.D. AND one year experience working in a kitchen preferred, OR any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Certifications/Licenses
Food Operators License or ability to get one
Driver’s License Preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of cleaning practices, methods, and techniques.
Ability to assist in the preparation and presentation of meals.
Ability to wash dishes and kitchen appliances.
Ability to clean kitchen and dining area.
Physical Requirements
Ability to meet attendance requirements.
Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
Duties are usually performed by frequent walking and/or standing, kneeling, or squatting relieved by lesser periods of sitting.
Working Conditions
Works is performed in a normal kitchen environment where there may be limited physical discomforts associated with working around hot stoves/ovens or cold freezers
Why work for us?
The Salvation Army offers a broad range of career opportunities, particularly targeted toward those motivated by our mission, to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Our employees understand at the core of their work is the opportunity to be an integral part of an organization that is Doing the Most Good.
Additional Information:
All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.
To apply, click on the “Apply Now” icon at the bottom of this posting.
Application Submittal Period: Until filled.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
When an application is selected for review, typically, only applicants who indicate the relevant education and experience requirements, as indicated in the job description for the position, may be considered for job openings. Please FULLY complete the application, answer questions completely, honestly and to the best of your ability. Please also upload a copy of your resume (when available). Those applicants requiring accommodation to the application and/or interview process should contact a representative of the Human Resources Department at the applicable location.
We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army!
