Meal Staff

Job Summary

New Community Shelter Meal Staff are responsible for preparing and serving nutritious meals while creating a warm, welcoming, and respectful environment for everyone we serve.

This position requires prior cooking and/or restaurant experience, attention to food safety and cleanliness, and the ability to work effectively in a busy environment. We are looking for candidates with excellent interpersonal skills who are patient, dependable, compassionate, and comfortable communicating with people from all walks of life.

Most importantly, candidates should have a genuine heart for helping others and understand that serving a meal is about more than food—it is an opportunity to care for people, build connections, and help everyone feel welcome.

Duties

• Plan, prepare and assemble meals, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Operate kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, poaching stations, braising pans, and food processors safely and efficiently.
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety sanitizing procedures, including proper cleaning of utensils, surfaces, and equipment.
• Handle food with care, following proper food handling protocols to ensure safety and hygiene at all times.

Qualifications

• Prior restaurant or catering experience is a plus; culinary training or certifications are beneficial but not required.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 per week

Work Location: In person