Kitchen Steward - Utah Community Action

Utah Community Action of Salt Lake City, UT is seeking to hire a part time Kitchen Steward. Come work for the agency that has been awarded Best of State 2024 for Best Public Preschool and 2022 Best Charitable Service Organization.

The Kitchen Steward is responsible for operating, sanitizing, and maintain central kitchen equipment. Also responsible for washing dishes, flatware, cutlery, kitchen vessels, sweeping, and mopping floors. Maintains kitchen, warehouse, and dishwashing area in an inspection-ready condition following local health department and head start guidelines. Ensures disposal of all waste and recycling and maintains all chemical levels. Reports any maintenance or hazard issues to the Kitchen Manager. Assists in food prep as directed by the Kitchen Manager. Will provide back up to Food Prep & Delivery Drivers.

This Kitchen Steward position earns $17.28/hr. We also offer generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, a flexible spending account (FSA), a healthcare spending account (HSA) with up to a $2,500 match, a 401k plan with 5% match, short and long-term disability, accident insurance, life insurance, 11 paid holidays, paid time off between Christmas and New Year's, paid time off (PTO), sick leave, and an hour of paid time on Fridays for self-care. This is a full time position.

ABOUT UTAH COMMUNITY ACTION

Founded in 1965, Utah Community Action is a nationally recognized nonprofit provider of comprehensive services for income-eligible families. Our six core programs, Head Start, Adult Education, Case Management & Housing, Nutrition, HEAT, and Weatherization, address barriers to self-sufficiency in order to empower individuals, strengthen families, and build communities. We are committed to ending poverty and improving the lives of those living in our community.

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QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma/GED.
• Current food handler's permit, or ability to obtain within 2 weeks of hire, required.
• Current Driver's License
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2-3 years of experience working in a kitchen

OTHER JOB DUTIES

• Ability to follow company guidelines for food prep & sanitation
• Ability to maintain a clean work area and abide by local health department requirements
• Ability to follow instructions, work at a fast pace, and under pressure
• Ensure all food and other items are properly stored
• Ability to load and unload vehicles and inventory
• Possess a positive attitude
• Ability to work efficiently with limited supervision

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

As a member of the central kitchen, the Kitchen Steward will participate in activities that will require standing, moving items and supplies, cleaning, loading, and unloading trucks. Also; the ability to lift 50 lbs. multiple times per day and the ability to recall and retain information.

This person will thrive in a fast-paced, challenging environment as someone who wants to make a difference in people's lives through our mission of empowering individuals, strengthening families, and building communities through self-reliance and education programs. This person will have a schedule of approx. 6:00am-3:00pm pm Monday-Thursday, Friday 7:00am-11:00am. Office located in South Salt Lake.

READY TO JOIN OUR NONPROFIT TEAM?

We understand your time is valuable and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this entry-level job in social services, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Utah Community Action is an Equal Opportunity Employer and the agency prohibits discrimination and harassment because of a person's protected status such as race, color, national origin, religion, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran, military service, gender, sex (including conditions of pregnancy), marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected- group status.