SOME (So Others Might Eat) provides material aid and comfort to our vulnerable neighbors in the District of Columbia, helping them to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through programs and services that save lives, improve lives, and help to transform the lives of individuals and families, their communities, and the systems and structures that affect them. Our more than 30 programs throughout the district provide comprehensive services that lead to mental and physical health, continued sobriety, job training, living-wage employment, and affordable housing. We meet immediate needs with food, clothing, and healthcare and offer the tools one needs to live with hope, dignity, and greater independence.

SOME (So Others Might Eat) is currently seeking a Kitchen Aide to join our Senior Services department at our Karin House location.

Position Description: Responsible for the daily operations of serving the noon-day lunch to program participants and assisting with program activities as needed.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm (20 hours per week)

Qualifications:

Required: High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.

Preferred: 1+ year related work experience, Experience working with senior population desired.

Required License/Certification: Food Handlers License, CPR/First Aid Certificate

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of food handling, temperature, and sanitation standards required
• Ability to follow confidentiality protocols
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, Good communication, and customer service services skills are required.
• Good customer service and people skills are required, Ability to be flexible and a team player. Demonstrated cultural competence and responsiveness. Sincere interest in the mission and vision of the organization.

Expected Contributions:

• Organize supplies and clean equipment required to serve meals
• Assist with setting up and serving of a lunch meal
• Greet the program participants as they arrive
• Assist with clean up after lunch and activities as needed, Assist with implementation of program objectives.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in all matters, including but not limited to clients, personnel budgets, contracts, Board of Directors,
• Attend and assist Program Support Specialist or assigned staff with or while on outings for senior trips
• Assist with serving food during catered events hosted onsite.
• Report any incidents to Senior Services Dining Site Coordinator.

Physical Demands: Employee may set up and break down folding tables and chairs for meal service. Must be able to lift and move program equipment, trash, files, or boxes weighing up to 20 pounds. May be required to sit for long periods of time.

Reports to: Community Dining Site Coordinator

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

To Apply: Go to our career page at https://www.some.org/careers/open-opportunities and click on the search icon to locate this position. Follow the instructions to complete your online application profile to be considered. No phone calls, please.

Covid-19 Considerations: In alignment with DC Health, COVID-19 vaccinations, and boosters are mandated for personnel working in SOME’s healthcare-designated programs, which currently include Medical, Dental, Population Health, Behavioral Health Services (BHS), Exodus House, Jordan House, Kirwan House, Keuhner Place, Leland Place, and Mary Claire House. Requests for a medical or religious exemption will be considered for reasonable accommodation.

Position Designation: This position is designated as Safety Sensitive. You may be subject to drug testing prior to or during your employment with SOME. In this position, you may be disqualified from employment based on the presence of marijuana in test results, even if you possess a medical card authorizing the use of medical marijuana.

SOME (So Others Might Eat) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, genetic information, disability, matriculation, political affiliation, veteran status, or liability for service in the Armed forces of the United States. SOME (So Others Might Eat) is also a Drug-Free Workplace.