Job Summary:
This position reports to the Food Services Manager. This position is responsible for keeping the dish room clean and up to our grade A
- health code standards. The Kitchen Helper/ Dishwasher position consist of doing dishes, mopping, cleaning and proper storage of all food items. Must have the ability to read and understand the use of the dish machine and all MSDS
- chemicals and materials required.
This position will also do some preliminary food prep for the cook staff. Operate all kitchen and dishwashing equipment safely. Scrape, rinse, and load dishes and utensils into dish machine Wash and sanitize all pans, utensils, and dishes Clean, sanitize, and maintain dish machine Unload dishes and utensils from dish machine and organize them properly Empty trash containers regularly Maintain a clean work area and kitchen by sweeping and mopping as needed Clean food prep stations and equipment Wash dishes, glassware, equipment, and silverware by hand when necessary Restock all supplies and stock any deliveries received in a timely and safe manner Remove all trash and debris from work area daily. Assist other kitchen personnel with task. Perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or other management as required related to food service. Assist the chef or cook in cooking and plating dishes Follow all safety and sanitation procedures. Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure efficient operation.
Qualifications:
- Experience working in a high-volume kitchen or food service environment, or an equivalent combination of hands-on training and relevant experience.
- Ability to read and follow menus and recipes in English.
- Must obtain and maintain a valid California Food Handler Card within 30 days of hire, as required by state law.
Skills:
- Commitment to and understanding of the mission, values, and CREED of Martha's Village & Kitchen, demonstrating integrity, compassion, and service
- Ability to work effectively with clients, volunteers.
- Ability to communicate read and follow menus and recipes effectively in English and compute basic mathematical calculations.
- Ability to make decisions based on education, preparation and experience, which reflect consistency with the organizations philosophy, policies and procedures.
- Ability to properly operate, clean and sanitized commercial kitchen equipment such as but not limited to ovens, grills, steamers, broilers, hot boxes.
- Knife skills: Ability to slice, chop and diced various food products in a safe and timely manner.
Language Skills :
Ability to read and write using the English language, decipher recipes, complete food requisitions and keep excellent records.
Mathematical Skills:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to decrease and increase recipes to proportions.
Job Type :
Full-time Schedule:
- 8 hour shift Day shift Holidays Night shift Weekends
- Available on-call
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person