Kitchen Assistant

Kitchen Assistant

Part-Time (no more than 29 hours/week) 

ORGANIZATION:

Friends of Switchpoint is a non-profit organization that has been serving individuals, families, and veterans in Utah who are experiencing poverty and homelessness since 2014.

OUR MISSION

To empower those in need by addressing the underlying cause of poverty, providing a comprehensive plan, and supporting their journey to self-sufficiency.

OUR VISION

Every individual embodies their worth and value with self-esteem, hope and abilities restored, thriving in affordable housing.

CULTURE VALUES:

• Kindness – Remember Kindness is Contagious!
• Connection – It’s why we’re here and what gives purpose & meaning to life!
• Kinship – We want you and those we serve to feel a sense of Belonging.
• Self-Worth – Treat people the way they can become w/True Value & Worth!
• Self-Reliance – Learn your role and take initiative!! We want “Fishermen”!

GUIDING PRINCIPLES:

• Golden Rule: To treat all people as we ourselves would wish to be treated.
• Positive Influence: To judge our effectiveness by the extent to which individual lives are saved & improved by the positive experience of the people we influence.
• Leadership: To lead by example, developing, promoting, and sharing new ideas and programs to help those experiencing homelessness.
• Authenticity: To do what we say we do.
• Transparency: To be open and honest in our relationships.

OUR MOTTO: It Takes All of Us to end homelessness.

Job Summary: The Kitchen Assistant is responsible for assisting the Kitchen Manager in the kitchen. They need to help cater meals to the population they serve, receive feedback on meals that do/don’t work, be well-versed in food safety, and assist in keeping the kitchen clean and organized.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in the food preparation and cooking process.
• Assist Kitchen Manager to monitor inventory levels and perform weekly inventory assessments.
• Ensure the organization and sanitation of the kitchen, serving area, and dining room.
• Receive and store all food products in compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Ensure food security and proper security of potentially harmful equipment and chemicals.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and inventory of freezers/refrigerators and pantry storage.
• Follow a monthly menu created by the Kitchen Manager 
• Receive feedback on food from the population served and assist in adapting the menu. 
• Ensure food service-related equipment is kept in good working order and is regularly maintained.
• Know their population being served.
• Assist the Kitchen Manager in other duties as needed.

Requirements:

• Food handlers permit required
• 1+ year in kitchen experience preferred
• Experience in cooking for a mass population preferred
• Experience in working with and knowledge of vulnerable populations is a plus. 
• In-depth knowledge of kitchen health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work well in a stressful and fast-paced environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and conflict management abilities.
• Outstanding communication and organizational skills.

Full-Time Employee Benefits:

(Eligible 1st of Month after 60-days)

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & Disability
• 401k
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

COMPENSATION

Pay Range $14-$16/hr.  

Part Time(no more than 29 hours/week) 

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We value a diverse workforce.