Job: Food Prep and Kitchen Assistant, 10-15 hrs a week

Jewish Federation of the Berkshires
196 South Street
PITTSFIELD, MA 01201

Website:jewishberkshires.org

Job Title:
Food Prep and Kitchen Assistant, 10-15 hrs a week
Salary Range:	Location:
$18.00 - $19.00 Per Hour	Pittsfield
Job Type:	Category:
Part Time	Food Service
Education Level:	Work Experience:
High School or Equivalent Required	3+ Required
Skills/Certifications/Licenses:
ServSafe - Preference: Preferred
Description:
Looking for a few extra hours each week? Help prepare meals for older adults and Meals on Wheels clients. If you’re reliable, friendly, and enjoy making a difference, we’d love to meet you! The Kitchen Assistant and Food Prep person assists the Food Service Director with various duties at the kitchen located in Pittsfield, which prepares 20-40 meals 2-3 days a week for our older adult meals and Meals on Wheels program. Approximate Hours: 8:30 am-12:30 pm, Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. During the summer, 8:30 am -12:30 pm, Monday and Thursdays. Responsibilities: Assist in meal prep, portion control and meal packaging, supply receiving, organizing inventory, sanitation and dishwashing using a commercial dishwasher, and interacting with clients in a friendly and professional manner.
Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS: Three years of food prep experience, preferably in a commercial kitchen. Strong communication skills and ability to work well in a team environment Knowledge of food safety practices Ability to multitask and work efficiently High school diploma or equivalent Responsible and dependable self-starter Ability to stand and lift up to 25 lbs. Ability to work independently to follow a recipe and prepare a simple meal on your own during the occasional absence of the Food Service Director.