Kitchen Steward

Join our team and become a part of something bigger – a force for change in the fight against hunger. The Community Foodbank of New Jersey is more than just a food bank – we champion healthier lifestyles and positively impact social and economic change. Together we can create a stronger, more resilient New Jersey for everyone.

The Kitchen Steward (Part-Time) is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment. This includes washing and sanitizing equipment, dishes, and utensils; sweeping and mopping floors; removing waste; and assisting with various kitchen production tasks as needed.

What you’ll do in your role: 

• Ensure the availability of clean pots, pans, utensils, and equipment at all times.
• Properly wash, rinse, sanitize, and store kitchenware using a commercial dish machine and/or 3-bay sink.
• Maintain a clutter-free, organized dishwashing area.
• Set up and maintain dish stations, including monitoring water changes and proper chemical usage per guidelines.
• Clean kitchen machines and appliances such as mixers, ovens, and stationary equipment.
• Sweep and mop floors regularly to maintain a clean and dry work environment.
• Remove trash and recyclables; clean and rinse garbage cans as needed.
• Maintain trash cans throughout the shift and ensure final disposal at the end of the shift.
• Apply ServSafe training to ensure compliance with ServSafe, Feeding America, and New Jersey Department of Health guidelines.
• Support chefs and kitchen staff with additional kitchen tasks as required.
• Assist in production across all areas of the kitchen.

Why you’ll love working at CFBNJ: 

• Opportunity for Impact: At CFBNJ, your work drives meaningful changes. Just last year, we provided over 90 million meals and 35 million pounds of fresh produce to our neighbors in need.
• Wellness that Works for You: Rooted in our culture of caring, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness programs, generous sick/personal time off, 14 paid holidays, childcare resources, and organization-wide engagement days for rest and reflection.
• Development: Grow your career through our Learning Lab, with access to workshops, online courses, and book resources. We also offer tuition assistance and certificate reimbursement for job-related training to support continuous growth.
• Recognition and Belonging: We celebrate great work and grow inspiration with Bonusly, our peer-recognition platform, and foster community through employee resource groups to create space to uplift voices and strength connections
• Retirement Planning: Plan confidently for your future in our 401(k) program, including a 4% company match after one year of service. 

What you’ll need to be successful in this role:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Experience in a kitchen or food service environment is a plus.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift heavy objects.
• Commitment to the mission of alleviating hunger and supporting the community.

Pay Transparency: The salary range for this part-time position is an hourly rate of $21.00-$25.00. The final rate may be influenced by factors such as the position's scope and responsibilities, work experience, training, job-related skills, internal equity, and market conditions.

CFBNJ is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on  race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, sex , sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, pregnancy or breastfeeding, disability, being a victim of domestic violence, status in the uniformed services of the United States (including veteran status), record of arrest, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.