What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kitchen Helper position at Independent Living Systems?
ABOUT US
Join us in making a career in Independent Living Systems, an industry leader in managing home and community-based programs for over 20 years. Independent Living Systems, LLC and its subsidiaries offer a comprehensive range of clinical and third-party administrative services to managed care organizations and providers that serve high-cost, complex member populations in the Medicare, Medicaid, and Dual-Eligible Market. ILS provides tailored integrated solutions aimed at improving health outcomes while rebalancing costs, addressing social determinants of health and connecting members with community-based resources.
Position Summary
The Kitchen Assistant is responsible for receiving merchandise from all vendors, checks for expiration dates, dented cans, or damaged products. Checks order for accuracy and store as needed in dry, refrigerator or freezer, as necessary. Rotates merchandise according to the FIFO rule. Helps in the preparation of foods to the specifications of the client and/or diet. Ensures proper food service temperature as required by the Florida Department of Health. Assists cooks during the food assembly process. Adhere to recipes as written. Cleans and maintains kitchen clean after production has ended. Communicate with Kitchen Supervisor to order ingredients and spices as needed in a timely manner.
Essential Functions
- Adjust food items to accommodate clients/guests with allergies or specific diets concerns.
- Operates various kitchen appliances, such as blender, oven, grill, stand mixer, etc.
- Portions, arranges, and garnishes food based on recipes and/ or client preferences/allergies.
- Prepares any necessary sauces or accompaniments before meal service begins/or delivery.
- Communicates with Kitchen Supervisor about how to improve meal service.
- Alters dishes based on consumer suggestions or requirements.
- Cleans food preparation areas as determined by company policies and Health Department Regulations
- Clean and sanitize kitchen.
- Keep inventory, storage organized.
- Keep food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices.
- Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, piercing them with utensils and taking food temperature.
- Observe weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment, using various kitchen utensils and equipment by cooks.
- Portion, arrange, and garnish food.
- Check all kitchen equipment is properly working.
- Substitute for or assist cooks during emergencies or rush periods or as needed.
- Clean and sanitize working area before start work and after finishing work.
Education and Experience
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Required Skills
Be flexible with the schedule for any unforeseen emergencies/circumstances.
Arrive on time daily following scheduled hours.
EEO STATEMENT
In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, Independent Living Systems has a longstanding commitment to provide a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment. Alcohol and drug abuse pose a threat to the health and safety of ILS employees and to the security of the company's equipment and facilities. For these reasons, ILS is committed to the elimination of drug and alcohol use and abuse in the workplace. Independent Living Systems, LLC, and its subsidiaries, including FCC, provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, disability, ancestry, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
