What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cafe Assistant position at Vineyard Christian Fellowship?
The Café Assistant plays a key role in supporting the daily operations of the café by preparing and delivering meals for VCC Education programs while ensuring compliance with food safety and program regulations (CACFP/SFSP). This position involves maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, completing administrative tasks, tracking inventory, and collaborating with team members to deliver high-quality meal services.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, adaptable, and works with a sense of urgency, contributing to the café’s overall success in fulfilling its mission to serve the community.
About us:
Vineyard Columbus’ mission as a church is to develop multiethnic communities of disciples who experience God, love one another, and partner with Christ to heal the world. Vineyard Columbus has around 7,000 active members, is committed to being a great friend to our city and is in constant pursuit of building multiethnic communities that model Christlike unity in the midst of also celebrating diversity in both our campus congregations as well as on our staff.
Aside from regular weekend services at our five campuses across Central Ohio, our Cooper Road Campus is also home to our Vineyard Community Center that offers an Early Childhood Center, After-School and Summer Programs, Middle and High School Life Readiness, Sports and Exercise Programs, free Health Clinics, Immigration Counseling Services, ESL classes and more.
What you’ll do:
- Prepare and deliver meals for youth education and adult day service programs, including setup and cleanup
- Ensure compliance with food safety guidelines and CACFP/SFSP regulations
- Complete administrative tasks, including weekly paperwork, meal service documentation, and inventory tracking
- Maintain a clean and organized workstation, adhering to food safety protocols
- Report inventory needs to the Café Manager
What you bring:
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Experience with large meal preparation is a plus
- Strong time management skills and ability to work with a sense of urgency
- Microsoft Office experience preferred
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Flexibility to work within 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday–Friday (based on program needs)
- Reliable transportation is required
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to stand, walk, push, and pull for extended periods
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
