The Hospitality Hub of Memphis Kitchen Associate Memphis, TN·Full time Apply for Kitchen Associate The primary responsibility of the Kitchen Associate is to prepare timely healthy, delicious meals for all overnight guests three times a day (up to 60 people including children); lunches for Work Local participants (up to 40 per day); additional meal services as needed for staff, guests, and visitors. The Kitchen Associate is responsible for maintaining a clean and orderly kitchen—including the storage and dining area—and creating a healthy, bright, and fresh environment. All positions may, if needed, help in other departments on occasion.Description Team Culture and Expectations: The Hub is a human first social agency meaning our goal is to decrease suffering for the person in front of us while simultaneously building systemic solutions. While the primary responsibilities of the position are outlined below, we expect all staff to be flexible and available to respond to emergencies and fulfill programmatic responsibilities which may require working holidays, weekends, evenings, or nights. Everyone in the organization is expected to identify and solve problems. The Hub hires passionate, empathetic individuals.Additionally, the Hospitality Hub serves people who have experienced discrimination, violence, and other traumatic events. Many Hub clients and guests are healing from trauma related to their marginalization. It is critically important that all members of the Hub team maintain a hospitable and welcoming environment by remaining calm and kind when clients are feeling frustrated.Primary Location: The current position is located at 590 Washington Ave, Memphis TN 38105Hours: Evenings with weekend availabilityBenefits: A generous paid time off policy, paid parental leave, professional development and medical insurance are offered to all regular full-time employees. Regular training is provided to all employees.Pay: The salary for this position is dependent on the candidate's demonstrated experience, expertise, and skill. The salary range for this role starts at $16/hr. Hourly team members arecompensated with pre-approved overtime pay for hours exceeding 40 hours a week.Reports to: Duane Ehrat the Hospitality Hub Facilities ManagerResponsibilitiesPrepares food items by cutting, chopping, mixing, and preparing saucesCooks main dishes, desserts, appetizers, and snacks by grilling, frying, sautéing, and other cooking methods to specified recipes and standardsPlates and serves or pre-packs prepared foodsFollows all kitchen operation and hygiene procedures to meet food safety standards and regulations including the handling and storage of foodFollows recipes, including measuring, weighing, and mixing ingredientsSets up and stocks food items and other necessary suppliesMaintains cleanliness and complies with food sanitation requirements by properly handling food and ensuring correct storageWears gloves when handling all foodCleans and sanitizes cooking surfaces at the end of the shiftPuts away all pots, pans, and utensils where they belongPerforms inventory checks and completes food storage logsPerforms other duties as assignedRequirements2+ years of experience as a line cook, restaurant cook, or prep cookExperience with various cooking methods and proceduresFamiliar with industry best practices including healthy eating and sanitationBasic written and verbal communication skillsWillingness to use Slack (a chat messaging application) to communicate with colleaguesOrganizational skillsAccuracy and speed in executing tasksAbility to work as a team memberFollows directions and instructionsAble to work 8 hours on your feet and lift 30 lbsTraining provided by The Hospitality HubCPR/First Aid CertificateTraining on all services offered by the Hospitality HubEqual Opportunity EmploymentThe Hospitality Hub is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind: The Hub is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at The Hub are based on organizational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, ancestry, military discharge status, source of income, housing status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. The Hub will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. The Hub encourages women, people of color, and people of all ages to apply.#J-18808-Ljbffr