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Job Description

Job Description

Recruiting Opportunity Closes : 12.17.2025

Hourly Wage : $15.50

Hours Per Week : 27

Status : Non-Exempt / Part Time

Number of Positions : 1

Department : H.O.P.E. House

Position : Kitchen Assistant

The Salvation Army Mission Statement :

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Application Instructions :

Complete the online job application, upload a resume.

To apply online go to : Kitchen Assistant , or https : / / tinyurl.com / 4z9mcmrs

To apply in person go to 304 Beatty St., Medford, OR 97501. Bring a resume and complete the job application provided to you. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Questions, contact Krystle Williams at krystle.williams@usw.salvationarmy.org or call (541) 773-6965 . Ms. Williams is the sole point of contact for questions regarding this position.

Recruiting Accommodation Statement :

To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process, please contact 1-888-887-6528 or email thq.reporting.line@usw.salvationarmy.org, attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.

Education and Work Experience :

• Education : High School Graduate or Equivalent
• Work / Professional Experience : 18 years of age or older; Must hold a valid Food Handler Card or must obtain it within first week; some kitchen experience recommended

Scope of Position :

The Dishwasher & Kitchen Assistant is responsible for maintaining the kitchen dishwasher room, providing assistance to the Head Cook in prepping needed items for meals, assist with janitorial duties in both the kitchen and dining room areas, and any other kitchen duties as assigned by the Head Cook or Operations Manager. The Salvation Army reserves the right to revise or change job descriptions and / or duties as the need arises.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required :

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Each employee of The Salvation Army, Medford Citadel Corps, is responsible for engaging with individuals without discrimination, upholding the mission of The Salvation Army to nurture and develop the spirit, soul, and body of each person we serve.

Kitchen Duties :

Dining Room Duties :

Physical Requirements :

Must be able to operate institutional kitchen and culinary equipment. The employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time. Ability to stand and / or be physically active for up to two hours or more at a time. Must be able to walk, run, reach and grasp with hands and arms, lift, bend and stoop. The employee will lift or move up to 50 pounds at a time, daily. Requires lifting hot heavy objects and working with sharp tools.

Working Conditions :

Works in a kitchen and dining room setting. Will work in a variety of temperature ranges, including deep freezer units, walk-ins and hot summer days with a running oven.

Miscellaneous :

The Salvation Army does have a dress code. For the kitchen and dining room areas, you should be prepared to adhere to food safety and health department suggestions of close-toed, non-slip shoes, long pants to cover legs and ankles, hair nets or equivalent, and aprons when needed.

The candidate chosen for this position will be required to pass a criminal history information check. Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude employment. The circumstances involved in the conviction(s) will be considered.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

Supervisor : Head Cook