Kitchen Services Specialist [011]

The rate of pay for this position is $23.00 an hour. The hours are Monday through Friday 8 : 00am to 5 : 00pm.

314 SW 9th Avenue, Portland, OR 97205

Transform Lives, Transform Yourself :

Are you eager to be a part of the change and care that supports youth in our community? Do you have experience that could be an assurance and lift for young people facing houselessness to help them with the skills and resources to lead healthy, independent lives?

New Avenues for Youth seeks a compassionate and resilient Kitchen Services Specialist to join our Day Services & Outreach team.

As a Kitchen Services Specialist, you'll be a consistent and intentional guide for youth navigating difficult paths. Your unique perspective, experience, and resilience will foster opportunity and empower young people to be more prepared and resourced to move through challenging moments and reach their unique goals.

Join New Avenues and...

Make an Impact : Provide consistent support, guidance around resources, and advocacy.

Thrive in a Supportive Team : Join a collaborative and inclusive environment where your contributions are celebrated.

Grow as a Professional : Receive ongoing training, mentorship, and opportunities for career advancement.

Enjoy a Robust Benefits Package : We value your well-being and offer a robust benefits package that includes :

Full health, vision, and dental insurance at zero cost to the employee (with options to cover family members), to ensure your physical and mental health are prioritized.

Generous holiday, personal, and paid time off (PTO) allowances to support your work-life balance and personal needs. Roughly five weeks of available time in year one with an additional week added in year two.

Discounted gym memberships to encourage a healthy and active lifestyle.

Access to free counseling services to help you manage stress and maintain your emotional health.

Our Commitment to Equity :

At New Avenues for Youth, we envision a community where all young people thrive. We recognize that historical inequities and intersecting forms of oppression have created barriers for many.

We are unwavering in our commitment to dismantling these barriers and fostering a truly equitable space where every voice is heard and valued.

Who You Are :

Experienced : You have faced and overcome challenges related to substance use, mental health, and / or houselessness. Your experience is a source of strength and fuels your compassion and care.

Kitchen Guru : You have a passion for cooking and experience working in commercial kitchens where you have cooked for large groups of people on a tight timeline.

Independent Worker : You are a self-starter who is able to independently conceptualize and execute meal plans from start to finish.

Growth-Oriented : You embrace continuous learning, seeking new knowledge and skills to better support yourself and the youth you serve.

Equity : You understand how systemic oppression impacts the lives of youth in programs and the systems that you will support youth in navigating.

You approach this world with humility and a deep sense of growth and learning.

What You'll Do :

Empower Through Food : Help young people navigate the challenges of systemic houselessness by providing fresh, dynamic meals three times a day.

Build genuine connections with youth, share relevant and intentional experiences to instill confidence and build trust.

Cleanliness Expert : You are an expert on food safety regulations and are able to maintain a clean, organized, compliant workspace.

Plan Ahead : Complete weekly food orders and conceptualize weekly meal plans that can be executed within a tight timeline.

Take Control : Independently ensure the functionality of the kitchen operations from start to finish, including food ordering, meal preparation, serving, and clean up.

Qualifications :

Minimum two years of experience working in a commercial kitchen required

Minimum one year of experience with food inventory management, including ordering, preferred

Lived experience with substance use, food insecurity, and / or houselessness preferred

Apply Today :

If you're ready to use your desire to ignite hope and inspire change, we encourage you to apply today by simply clicking on the 'Apply for Job' button at the bottom of this screen and attach your resume and cover letter.

New Avenues for Youth is an Equal Opportunity Employer.