Substitute Kitchen Helper/ Custodian at Merced County Community Action – Merced, California

SUB KITCHEN HELPER/CUSTODIANCHILD DEVELOPMENT: CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES PROGRAM

OVERVIEW:

Under supervision of the Site Supervisor, perform required custodial and maintenance of buildings in a clean safe, orderly and secure manner. Assist with routine kitchen tasks in the preparing of meals and in the cleaning of equipment, laundry and work area, and do related work as required. This is a non-exempt position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Sweeps and mops floors; dusts and washes furniture and woodwork;
• Empties trash and cleans receptacles; washes windows and walls; cleans restrooms;
• Performs minor repair tasks; moves furniture and equipment;
• Orders cleaning supplies and may assist in the delivery of supplies;
• Assists in kitchen tasks, such as cleaning kitchen area and equipment;
• Counting utensils for the Center, setting out utensils, laundry and tableware for food preparation;
• Washes dishes and cooking utensils; may launder kitchen linen, etc.
• Assists in maintaining work area in a sanitary condition;
• Will assist in dispensing of meals.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• One year of experience in general custodial work or kitchen experience is desirable.
• Knowledge of cleaning supplies. Ability to read, maintain schedules, provide regular cleaning tasks, operate cleaning equipment; some mechanical ability. Read, write, and speak English at a level required for successful job performance and follow oral and written directions. Communicate with children and adults and work cooperatively with others.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

1. Valid California Driver’s License, reliable transportation, and proof of minimum California vehicle insurance.

2. Criminal background check and fingerprint clearance (Paid by Employer).

3. Pre-employment physical health check and TB clearance (Paid by Employer when conducted by Agency contracted medical provider).

4. Employee must have the ability to walk, stoop, and squat as needed; be able to lift and carry in excess of 40 pounds regularly and to stand as much as 95% of their scheduled working time.

The American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME-Local 2703),AFL-CIO represents this position under an Agency agreement.
*All job offers are contingent upon completing a background, physica,l and vaccination verification*