Lead Kitchen Assistant

Lead Kitchen AssistantThe Lead Kitchen Assistant is responsible for food preparation, maintaining clean and sanitary areas of food service and serving daily meals at a supportive housing residence for 16 formerly unhoused persons.Reports to: Program CoordinatorGeneral ResponsibilitiesFacilitate food services of the residence, including the preparation of meals, service, and clean-up.Develop, plan, and maintain a monthly menu featuring proportioned, balanced, and healthy meals, in coordination with the residents and in consultation with the Program Coordinator.Also prepare dinner meals for a shelter site, 3 days a week.Manage kitchen inventory, maintain list of needed supplies and coordinate deliveries, or obtain items by necessary shopping purchases.Monitor flow of donated food and supplies, maintaining the inventory and FIFO system.Assist with donations delivered to the site and retrieving requested items for pick-up.Maintain the cleanliness of all kitchen and dining areas, as well as the working order and cleanliness of kitchen equipment.Adhere to food handling safety regulations and procedures at all times.Report equipment malfunctions to the Program Coordinator to arrange for repair.Skill/Educational RequirementsHigh School Diploma or equivalentExperience as a cook required or in a related role (not fast food)Must possess or have the ability to obtain ServSafe Manager CertificationValidated knowledge of the basic principles of food preparation, various cooking methods, and food safety regulations such as accurate food handling, sanitation, and storageCurrent valid State-issued Drivers License, preferredDemonstrate basic math and counting skillsDemonstrates interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal, with a team-oriented dispositionMust possess basic computer skills (internet and email)Physical RequirementsFrequently required to bend/kneel; walk/climb stairsUse of hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controlsAble to regularly lift up to 25 pounds consistently, occasionally lift over 30 poundsSpend long periods of time on feetThis Job Is:For which military experienced candidates are encouraged to applyA Fair Chance opportunityFor individuals with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for a period of timeJob Type: Full TimePay: $18.50 per hourSchedule: Tuesday Saturday or Sunday - Thursday, 9am 4pm or 10am 5pm Shift7-hour shiftDay shiftHolidaysWeekendsBenefitsPaid Time OffMedical & Dental insuranceVision insuranceLife insurance403(b)Employee Assistance ProgramEmployee Perks Program