Job Type Full-timeDescriptionOur MissionOur mission is to leverage the power of food to end hunger and build healthier communities.Our VisionWe believe that the fight against hunger and the fight against poverty are one and the same. We envision a future in which food is recognized as a human right and every person is able to feed themselves and their families in dignity. Together, we work to create a more nourished, prosperous region. The Foodlink WayAct With CompassionTake ResponsibilityBe a Team PlayerListen, Learn, Adapt Job Title: Kitchen Porter IIIDepartment: Kitchen OperationsReports to: Sous ChefStatus: Hourly, full time, nonexemptJob Level: Entry (2)Updated: October 2024SUMMARYUnder the direct supervision of the Production Manager the Kitchen Porter III [KPIII] is responsible for maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment. Primary responsibilities for KPIII include, Food Prep, dishwashing and maintenance of both kitchen dish rooms, assistance with cleaning/sanitation efforts within production Kitchen and assisting Kitchen Porter I and Kitchen Porter II with inventory and product storage as needed. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Washing, sanitizing and storing pots & pans, kitchen utensils, cambros and coolers
- Maintains clean, safe and sanitary dish rooms, including sweeping and mopping of the floors and emptying trash bins on a daily basis
- Assists with daily cleaning and sanitation needs within production and VAP areas as needed
- Assists with cleaning and maintenance of all kitchen equipment such as ranges, ovens, steamers, tilting skillets, mixers, and choppers as needed.
- Empties trash bins and replenishes cleaning supplies within the kitchen
- Replenish paper and chemical supplies throughout the department as needed including food handling gloves, hairnets, hand soap, alcohol prep pads and cleaning chemicals.
- Report inventory order needs to production manager in a timely fashion
- Follows all sanitary and safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and Foodlink policy.
- Completes daily checklist (including equipment temperature logs, receiving logs, cleaning and maintenance checklist).
- Assists Kitchen Porter I with inventory and product storage as needed
- Completes all other duties as assigned.
- Assists in the daily preparation, assembly and expediting of a variety of foods and meal components including soups, entrees, sandwiches, fruits, vegetables, salads, breads and desserts in large quantities
- Attends mandatory training programs as required
- Cross-trains and assist in various areas of the kitchen as assigned
- Maintains a professional attitude and appearance at all time
- Serves as a point person and acts as role model for Foodlink Career Fellowship participants, always demonstrating professional behavior.
- Performs all work-related duties as assigned.
RequirementsQUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must be ServSafe Level 2 certified.
- 1+ years of experience in food service. Large scale food production experience preferred
- Working knowledge of food safety requirements and health department guidelines
- Experience and knowledge of large-scale food preparation and use of industrial kitchen equipment
- Basic math skills necessary for recipe conversion of quantities needed for food preparation.
- Ability to take oral and written instructions and follow through efficiently
- Must work well in a team environment
- Manual dexterity is necessary to shred, chop, assemble and mix foods.
- Ability to withstand a wide range of temperatures in the kitchen.
- Stamina to stand and walk on hard flooring for long periods of time.
- Ability to work with chemical cleaning agents.
- Strength to lift and carry food items or objects weighing up to 50lbs.
- Ability to properly operate kitchen equipment is required.
SALARY AND BENEFITSThis is a full-time position paid on an hourly basis, at a rate of $17.50/hour . Foodlink covers 100% of individual health and dental insurance with the ability to acquire family coverage with pretax dollars. In addition to generous paid time off (PTO), we observe 14 paid holidays throughout the year. Opportunity to contribute to a 401k retirement savings plan upon hire. Eligible for generous employer match after 1 year of service. Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to handle or feel items such as documents. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk for long periods of time. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus. Able to lift bulk objects or objects weighing up to 50 poundsWork EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all- inclusive. Employees will follow other instructions and perform other related duties as required. Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive. Employees will follow other instructions and perform other related duties as required. Diversity, Equity, & InclusionFoodlink is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. At Foodlink we believe that anti-hunger work is only possible with a commitment to removing barriers caused by systems of oppression that perpetuate hunger and poverty. We recognize that systematic injustice and bias disproportionately impact some identities more than others.Foodlink is actively working to center equity- the fair treatment of all people- in everything that we do so that everyone in our region has access to nourishing food that reflects and values cultural differences.Foodlink is committed to listening and supporting solutions to hunger that are sourced from people and communities with lived/living experience of hunger and poverty, and to responding where inequities exist.Foodlink is committed to taking great care to cultivate internal culture and practices that support diversity and inclusion. We embrace and encourage our employees' differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our employees unique. We aim to foster an environment in which everyone feels a sense of belonging and understands their connection to the Foodlink mission.Foodlink employees have a responsibility to always treat others with dignity and respect. Employees are expected to always exhibit conduct that reflects our values and promotes equity and inclusion during work, and at work functions.Salary Description $17.50