Kitchen Prep Staff

About Us For over 90 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware has impacted thousands of lives across Delaware. We are the largest licensed provider of childcare in Delaware and the only statewide Boys & Girls Club in the nation. Each and everyday girls and boys are left to find their own recreation and companionship. An increasing number of kids are at home with no adult care or supervision. Young people need to know they have a place in their community where they can go. Clubs provide a safe haven for youth, allow them to meet with friends and be a part of positive peer groups. Club programs teach life skills, conflict resolution and focus on the development of character. Clubs also provide members with positive role models and a nurturing environment that help improve decision-making skills. Position Summary This position requires performance of a variety of food preparation duties other than cooking, such as prepping hot and cold foods for packaging of meal components and occasional delivery of meals to program sites when necessary. This position will be responsible for supporting the Kitchen Manager and Assistant Kitchen Manager in a kitchen operation that prepares daily meals to be delivered to youth program sites in Sussex and Kent counties. The meals will be prepared under the nutritional guidelines specified in the USDA and State of Delaware youth food service programs. This job requires strict compliance with food safety and overall sanitary guidelines as directed in federal and state regulations as well as those set forth by the Kitchen Manager and Assistant Kitchen Manager.

Essential functions:

Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and utensils. Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage. Prepare a variety of foods according to supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures. Ensure ingredients are tagged, date-labeled, covered, stored and rotated effectively. Portion, wrap and package the food in preparation for meal deliveries. Place food trays over food warmers for immediate service, or store them in refrigerated storage cabinets. Weigh or measure ingredients. Wash and prepare food products for cooking or serving. Maintain log to track quantity of ingredients and supplies. Work on prep lines to assemble meal components. Deliver meals to locations throughout Sussex and Kent County as needed.

Qualifications and Education Requirements Educational Requirement:

High school degree or equivalent Two years' experience working in a commercial kitchen is preferred, but not required Serve Safe certification (required within first 90 days of employment)

Competencies/Skills/Experience:

Excellent understanding of food preparation fundamentals. Sound understanding of food allergies and foodborne illnesses. Basic mathematical skills. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Must possess a valid driver's License for at least 3 years and no more than 5 points on driving record

Working Conditions:

Position requires occasional pushing of cart, bending, reaching and climbing Standing for prolonged periods of time Frequent light to moderate lifting

Work Hours:

7 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Monday through Friday (Hours may vary according to the production needs of the kitchen. Occasional evening or weekends may be required).

PT Employee Benefits Incentives:

Medical Benefits - Part-time employees who meet the following criteria are eligible for benefits per Affordable Care Act (ACA)

Guidelines:

1 (one) year of service averaging 30 hours per week. Vision & Dental 1 (one) year of service averaging 25 hours per week. Paid Time Off Tickets at Work - Entertainment Events Ticket Discounts!

Employee Assistance Program Note:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor is it to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.