Kitchen Assistant - NE_Administration-101

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized, non- profit organization, has a job opening for a Kitchen Assistant in Columbia, South Carolina.

Work Location: Transition Kitchen          

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Brief Description of Duties and Responsibilities: 

Assists in preparing meals, beverages and snacks; washes and chop fruits and vegetables; mixes beverages and arranges snacks. Assists in serving meals ensuring appropriate proportions are provided. Washes, dries, and stores pots, pans, plates, glasses, cups, bowls, and utensils. Cleans tables, chairs, and condiment holders. Sweeps, mops, polishes, strips, and waxes kitchen and dining room floors. Cleans refrigerators, freezers, ice machines, coffee makers, stoves, and ovens. Stock foods, beverages, and supplies in an orderly and safe manner. Empties trash cans. Performs all kitchen work in accordance with health regulations as it relates to food preparation, food serving and storage.

Special Knowledge Skills and Ability Requirements:

Knowledge of cleaning practices, methods and techniques. Ability to assist in the preparation and presentation of meals. Ability to wash dishes and kitchen appliances. Ability to clean kitchen and dining room.  

Education and Experience Required:

One year experience working in a kitchen preferred or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities.  A valid driver license is preferred. 

When an application is selected for review, typically, only applicants who indicate the relevant education and experience requirements, as indicated in the job description for the position, may be considered for job openings. Please FULLY complete the application, answer questions completely, honestly and to the best of your ability. Please also upload a copy of your resume (when available). Those applicants requiring accommodation to the application and/or interview process should contact a representative of the Human Resources Department at the applicable location.

We appreciate your interest in employment opportunities with The Salvation Army!