Position: Kitchen Assistant
About: This position is responsible for assisting the kitchen coordinator in managing the daily operations of the Recovery Housing kitchen, ensuring the provision of meals for Recovery Housing residents and all 24/7 programs at Zepf’s Ashland Avenue location. As a vital member of the staff, the role involves collaborating with the management team and staff to deliver exceptional customer service and high-quality meals to clients. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with Health Department Food Safety Regulations, training and monitoring of other kitchen staff in proper food safety procedures, assisting with meal planning, ordering, preparation, delivery, and cleanliness of the kitchen. It is expected and essential for all employees to meet their regular work schedule which may include rotation of shifts, weekends, and holidays. Excessive absenteeism and/or tardiness will not be tolerated. (For more details refer to Policy 803 – Attendance Policy). Hours: Wednesday – Sunday; 9:00am – 5:00pm with opportunities for weekends off.
Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent required; minimum of one year experience working as a cook in a commercial food operation; must be able to work while standing for the entire work shift; willingness to come into work on an ‘as needed’ basis in addition to working the normally scheduled hours for the position; ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds repeatedly and perform physically demanding tasks, including standing for extended periods; valid driver’s license with reliable transportation and the ability to drive for work-related tasks as needed; current Serve Safe Certification required or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire; knowledge and adherence of Recovery House standards.
Benefits: health insurance, 401(k), flexible work schedule conducive to work-life balance
