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Job Description
Dishwasher & Meal Distribution Support for local Non-profit Equal Plates Project Asheville, NC Job Details Full-time From $20 an hour 10 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Paid time off Qualifications Teamwork Driver's License Professionalism Full Job Description Equal Plates Project is a local non-profit that purchases from small farms at fair prices, transforms their quality ingredients into nourishing meals, and partners with community organizations to share thousands of meals each week with neighbors facing food insecurity. We are looking for a reliable, hardworking individual to join our kitchen team as a dishwasher and to support meal distribution. This is a critical dual role that keeps our kitchen running smoothly and ensures our clients receive their meals on time.
Responsibilities Cleaning & Sanitation:
Wash dishes, utensils, cookware to health standards.
Kitchen Maintenance:
Clean floors, surfaces, and manage trash/recycling.
Equipment Support:
Assist with equipment cleaning, breakdown, and reassembly.
Inventory Flow:
Keep dishware, pans, and tools stocked during production.
Food Safety:
Maintain sanitation systems (chemicals, logs).
Collaboration:
Work with volunteers to delegate dish/cleaning tasks.
Flex Support:
Help with basic prep (washing produce, portioning, labeling) when dish load allows.
Meal Distribution:
Load and transport prepared meals to various locations throughout the week (approximately 3-4 hours of driving per week).
Requirements Safe Driving Record:
Must possess a valid NC driver's license and a clean motor vehicle record.
Physical Stamina:
Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs (crates of food, large pots, etc.).
Punctuality:
Strict adherence to the Monday-Friday 10:00am-5pm schedule is essential.
Professionalism:
You are the face of Equal Plates Project during deliveries to community partners; a friendly, professional attitude and presentation is a must. Benefits 10 paid Holidays, Paid time off (starting after 90 days), Health Stipend Equal Employment Opportunity EPP is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and does not discriminate in the terms, conditions, or privileges of employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or otherwise as may be prohibited by federal or state law. Any employee who believes that s/he or any other employee of EPP has been discriminated against is strongly encouraged to report this concern promptly to the Executive Director or to the Board Chair EPP also has a policy prohibiting discriminatory harassment, including sexual harassment, elsewhere in this manual. Americans with Disabilities Act It is the policy of EPP, that, as a public accommodation, it will not discriminate against individuals with disabilities in the operation of its services. Such individuals will not, in accordance with, the provisions of the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) be denied full and equal enjoyment of the goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages, or accommodations offered by EPP. It is also EPP's policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. EPP does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of physical or mental disability. When necessary, EPP makes reasonable accommodations for disabled employees. EPP has self-evaluated and continues to self-evaluate its policies and practices on an on-going basis to determine if they adversely affect the full participation of individuals with disabilities in its programs, activities and services. Persons with disabilities and/or organizations representing persons with disabilities, are consulted in this self-evaluation process and EPP takes appropriate corrective steps to remedy those policies and practices which either are discriminatory or have a discriminatory effect. Persons with disabilities may request a modification of a physical barrier or a rule or practice that has the effect of limiting a person with a disability from the benefits of the program. This request should be submitted to the Executive Director, with suggestions as to how the barrier could be removed. Anti-Discrimination Policy EPP does not discriminate against any employee or applicant. EPP is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation, personal appearance, family responsibilities, documentation status, languages spoken, gender identification, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.
Pay:
From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
Paid time off People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
License/Certification:
NC Driver's license and a clean driving record (Required)
