What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Service Worker – Full time/Part time position at The Transition House Inc.?
Summary
Performs a wide range of duties involved with preparing, cooking and/or serving foods and beverages in a substance abuse/mental health residential program. May perform such duties as preparing salad items, hot foods, and/or cold foods, and/or assisting in the preparation of bakery items, as appropriate to the position. Responsible for cleaning work areas, equipment, utensils. Responsible for set up, and service; and collection of garbage/trash; as appropriate to the area of operation.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Preparing and cooking breakfast, lunch and dinner meals for 60-85 individuals in a program setting.
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Sets up food service, kitchen, or salad area facilities, equipment and utensils, under detailed instruction, in accordance with specific area needs; checks food temperatures and/or prepares areas for daily operations; may operate cooking or bakery equipment as assigned.
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Follows prescribed procedures in setting up hot and cold food lines; chooses proper utensils and sets steam line to appropriate temperature for menu items.
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Prepares the preparation of hot and cold meat and vegetable dishes, beverages, salads, sandwiches, pie fillings, simple bakery items, salad dressings, and/or other similar food items, as appropriate to the position.
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As appropriate to the position, serves food items to customers from counters and/or steam tables, in accordance with specific instructions, ensuring that appropriate portions are served.
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May serve a range of hot and cold food items from counters and steam tables; adds relishes and garnishes according to instructions.
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As needed, replenishes foods, silverware, glassware, dishes, and trays at serving stations; may order and replenish condiments.
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Fills ice machines, if present in area of operation; ensures that machines are cleaned and maintained, as necessary.
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Attends to day-to-day problems and needs concerning equipment and food supplies; detects and ensures disposition of spoiled or unattractive food, defective supplies/equipment, and/or other unusual conditions.
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May clean and maintain work areas, including floors, facilities, utensils, and equipment; collects and places garbage and trash in designated containers; as appropriate to the area of operation.
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Washes pots, pans, and other service ware ensuring sanitary handling; organizes and replaces service ware to appropriate location.
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May provide guidance and training to other employees performing related work.
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Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Job Requirements
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Less than high school; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
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Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
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Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.
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Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.
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Ability to read and write.
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Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
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Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies.
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Ability to lead and train staff and/or students.
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Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects.
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Knowledge of food service lines set-up and temperature requirements.
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Skill in cooking and preparing a variety of foods.
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Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards.
Conditions of Employment
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Must have or obtain within 2 weeks of training the Serve Safe Certification
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
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Considerable physical activity. May require handling of objects that can weigh up to 50 lbs.
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Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
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Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
