Kitchen Worker-The Salvation Army

Cleveland, OH
May 10, 2025
Full Time
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Job Title: Kitchen Worker

Company: The Salvation Army

Location: Cleveland, OH

Pay: $16 per hour

AI Pay Analysis:

An hourly rate of $16 for a "Kitchen Worker" in Cleveland, OH, is slightly below the average for similar roles in the area. As of May 2023, the mean hourly wage for food preparation and serving-related occupations in the Cleveland-Elyria metropolitan area was $15.69. (bls.gov) Specifically, line cooks earned an average of $17.09 per hour, while cooks averaged $16.56 per hour. (indeed.com, indeed.com) Therefore, a $16 per hour rate is competitive but slightly below the average for similar positions in the region.

Job description:

Supports the kitchen by ensuring the safe handling, appropriate holding, serving, and storage of food. Responsible for maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen area. The starting pay rate is $16.00 per hour.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist the department and staff in delivering safe, presentable, and properly portioned food.
  • Restock food supplies on the line, including paper goods and stock items.
  • Provide support to the cook, dishwasher, and stock personnel.
  • Oversee the flow of the line, ensuring appropriate food handling and portion sizes.
  • Offer assistance to volunteers and manage client needs, including special meal requests.
  • Ensure the line is properly set up, with all food held and served at the correct temperature.
  • Maintain cleanliness in the serving area and manage the storage or disposal of food leftovers that cannot be re-served.
  • Sign invoices for deliveries in the absence of the Director, Inventory Stock person, or Cook.
  • Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen area, equipment, and shelves throughout the assigned shift.
  • Ensure that all leftover food items are sealed, dated, and stored in accordance with regulations.
  • Unload and organize stock as shipments are received, as needed.
  • Adhere to uniform standards, including wearing hair coverings, appropriate shoes, and gloves while handling food.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Food Service Manager or the HLC Executive Director.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Entry-level kitchen experience is preferred.
  • A minimum of 6 months of experience in food volume production or culinary/hospitality training is desirable.
  • Must be able to routinely lift and carry boxes weighing 50 pounds or more.
  • Ability to navigate stairs as needed for building evacuations, drills, or during elevator maintenance.
  • Understanding of kitchen equipment usage is essential.
  • Must be capable of standing for extended periods throughout the scheduled shift.
  • Ability to withstand high temperatures for prolonged durations.
  • Proficient in handling knives, sharp objects, cleaning chemicals, and working in various noise levels.
  • Effective interpersonal skills, especially in dealing with the public and intoxicated individuals.
  • Speak positively about the programs, staff, and The Salvation Army.
  • Exhibit pro-social thinking through respectful language, tone of voice, and body language.
  • Display pro-social behavior and maintain appropriate boundaries with clients and staff.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Job Posting Date: Fri, 25 Apr 2025 02:16:22 GMT

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