Dishwasher/Kitchen Assistant

Copper Shores Meals on Wheels is seeking a part-time Dishwasher/Kitchen Assistant working in their Hancock location. The incumbent performs a broad variety of tasks as directed by the Kitchen Manager. This role ensures the kitchen remains clean, safe and organized while assisting with light food preparation and meal packaging.

General Responsibilities

Ability to listen and communicate effectively.
Wash and sanitize all dishes, utensils, pots, pans, etc.
Maintain a clean and organized dish room and kitchen area.
Remove trash and recycling throughout shift.
Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations.
Ability to work independently, prioritize work, exercise sound judgment, and make decisions in a
timely manner.
Assistant with basic food preparation when needed.
Support meal packaging.
Restock kitchen supplies as needed.
Sweep, mop and maintain kitchen floors and work areas.
Assist kitchen staff with additional tasks to ensure meals are prepared on time.
Collect donations and submit all paperwork and donations to the main office.
Attend trainings and/or meetings as required.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Be dependable and work in a team environment.
Must be able to follow directions and complete repetitive asks with minimum supervision.
Available Monday through Friday, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.
Background check clearance.
Reliable, punctual and team-oriented.
Strong attention to cleanliness and food safety
Ability to stand for extended periods.
Ability to lift 30-40 pounds. Physical ability to climb stairs.

Typical Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Position Classification, Wage Scale & Other Benefits

Part-Time, non-exempt position. $15.00 per hour. Paid-Time Off..

At Will Employment

Copper Shores Meals on Wheels acknowledge that the Employee’s employment is and shall continue to be at-will, as defined under applicable law. If the Employee’s employment terminates for any reason, the Employee shall not be entitled to any payments, benefits, damages, awards or compensation other than as provided by this agreement, or as may otherwise be established under the Company’s then existing employee benefit plans or policies at the time of termination.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Copper Shores Meals on Wheels is an equal opportunity employer and we do not engage in practices that discriminate against any person employed or seeking employment based on race, color, gender, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, veterans’ status, or any other protected status.

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Application Process

Mail or email cover letter and resume to:

Natasha Berg
Human Resource Director/Compliance

Copper Shores Community Health Foundation
400 Quincy Street
P.O. Box 299
Hancock, MI 49930

nberg@coppershores.org

Application review will begin immediately and the position will remain posted until filled.

Organization Mission, Vision, and Guiding Principles

Mission

To positively influence a healthful community through enhanced philanthropy and collaboration

Vision

To influence a shared vision (of a healthful community),
to foster collaborations and partnerships
and to build community capacity to shape outcomes.

Values

Integrity – We will be open, honest, and transparent in our administration and stewardship of the community assets entrusted to us.
Commitment to the Community – We shall administer the Foundation in a way that is objective, responsible and focused on long-term sustainability and
impact.
Collaboration – We will work to bring perspective and experience together to fulfill our potential as we work as a broader group that represents the interests of the community we serve. This shall be done to ensure that we strive to identify, foster, and maintain partnership-relations as we work to improve the health of our community.
Creative Solutions – We will work towards that which we aspire to be and will find creative, innovative, and sustainable solutions to the systemic challenges that face our community’s overall condition of health.

Success Factors

People – We will employ, engage, develop, and retain high-caliber employees and Board Directors.
Processes – We will work to ensure our administrative processes provide effective administration of the Foundation.
Financial Performance – We recognize that we must achieve financial goals and investment returns in order to effectively and perpetually reinvest in our community.
Communication – We will be transparent and honest in our promotion of the Foundation and efforts to engage our donor community and cultivate overall public support.