Full-Time Kitchen Aide Organization:

MAC, Inc. (Maintaining Active Citizens)

Location:

Salisbury, MD Pay:

$16.00/hour

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt Schedule:

Full-Time (32 hours per week) 6:00 AM- 1:00 PM About MAC, Inc. MAC, Inc. (Maintaining Active Citizens) is a nonprofit organization serving older adults and their families across the Lower Eastern Shore of Maryland. Our mission is to provide programs and services that promote health, independence, and dignity for aging individuals in our community. Join Our Team MAC Inc. is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Kitchen Aide to support our nutrition programs serving older adults in the community. This position plays an important role in preparing, packaging, and serving meals while ensuring food safety standards are met. If you enjoy working in a team environment and making a positive impact on the lives of seniors, we encourage you to appl

Position Summary:

The Kitchen Aide assists with meal preparation, packaging, and service for senior nutrition programs. Responsibilities include preparing home-delivered meal packages, monitoring food temperatures, serving meals at the senior center, and maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment while following USDA dietary guidelines and food safety standards

Schedule:

Full-time:

32 hours per week Monday-Thursday, typically between 6:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Essential Responsibilities:

Food Preparation & Meal Service Assist with sealing, wrapping, and packaging home-delivered and shelf-stable meals. Monitor and document food temperatures to ensure food safety compliance. Count and pack milk and food items into carriers. Use ice packs and cooling methods to maintain proper food temperatures. Serve breakfast and lunch to senior center participants. Measure and portion food accurately according to program requirements. Safety & Sanitation Follow all organizational safety and security procedures. Report accidents, injuries, or unsafe conditions promptly. Use proper lifting techniques and equipment safely. Follow food safety, sanitation, and infection-control practices. Safely operate kitchen equipment and tools. Support a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Qualifications:

Required High school diploma or equivalent. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions. Strong attention to detail. Ability to work cooperatively with staff, volunteers, and program participants. Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position. Preferred Food Safety Certification (ServSafe or equivalent), or willingness to obtain certification within six months of hire. Knowledge of USDA Dietary Guidelines and food safety practices. Physical Requirements Lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 35 pounds. Stand, walk, sit, bend, and stoop for extended periods. Perform repetitive tasks such as meal packaging and food handling. Safely use kitchen equipment, tools, and cleaning supplies. Work Environment Kitchen, meal preparation, and senior center settings. Exposure to hot and cold temperatures from kitchen equipment and food storage areas. Frequent handwashing and compliance with food safety standards. Occasional exposure to cleaning products, sharp utensils, and moving equipment parts. How to Apply Please send your resume highlighting your qualifications to: wridout@macinc.org

Pay:

$15.00 - $16.00 per hour Expected hours: 32.0 per week

Benefits:

403(b) 403(b) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Please briefly describe your kitchen experience, including the type of facility, your responsibilities, and the number of years of experience.

Work Location:

In person