Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $22.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Flexible Schedule
Job Description
New Life Center is a dedicated ministry and nonprofit organization based in Fargo, ND, committed to transforming lives through compassionate care and supportive services. The center operates as a vital part of the community, providing shelter, food, and encouragement to individuals experiencing homelessness and hardships. Rooted deeply in Christian values, New Life Center emphasizes serving others with respect, encouragement, accountability, and love. Every staff member is considered a vital participant in a larger ministry effort aimed at fostering hope and healing for those in need. The organization operates with a strong team-oriented culture where the shared goal is to uplift... Show More
Job Requirements
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check
- If in recovery, a minimum of one year of sustained recovery with active participation in a 12-step program is required
- Two or more years of sustained recovery is preferred
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time
- Position requires a lot of repetitive motion: lifting, pushing, and carrying
- Ability to lift 30 lbs
- Ability to work in areas with extreme heat conditions and frequent interaction with gas burners, heated equipment, grease, sharp machinery, and other at-risk conditions
Job Qualifications
- Personal, evident, and growing relationship with Christ
- Compassionate heart for those in need
- Willingness to serve others
- Desire to see the lost be transformed through the love of Christ
- Ability to cook for large numbers
- Ability to motivate and coach individuals
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and personal integrity
- Ability to direct shelter guests and volunteers in a respectful manner
- Ability to organize and prioritize duties
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated effective time management and organizational skills
- Ability to use independent judgment to accomplish goals
- Utilize creativity to create list of nutritious meals
- Maintains a positive attitude and a passion for work
- Knowledge of commercial kitchen operation
- Willingness to learn and ability to take constructive criticism
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Job Duties
- Assist with planning and preparing meals while observing all food safety requirements for handling and food prep
- Assist with inspection of all donated food items to determine quality of food, as required
- Communicate with Dining Services Manager regarding food that needs to be ordered, as required
- Ensure the kitchen is clean, organized, and safe
- Assist with supervising shelter Guests working in the kitchen and dining hall to ensure they adhere to predetermined best practices for cleanliness and safety, as required
- Assist with supervising shelter Guests to ensure all cooking appliances, pots and pans, dishes, bowls, cups and utensils are cleaned and sanitized properly
- Utilize proper safety procedures including proper safety equipment and lifting techniques while performing assigned job duties
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)