Dietary Worker

Wayne Halfway House is committed to the belief that every moment of every day is critical for each of our youth. We train our employees to always be a positive example for those around them. Through constant effort and encouragement, we believe our residents will receive a life-changing impact, which will lead them to future successes.

General Information:
When outsourcing meals for the facility, the dietary worker will coordinate deliveries, warming, serving, and proper storing of meals and snacks for the scheduled times. At the time food is prepared onsite, the dietary worker will be trained by the Dietary Manager to follow approved menus. The dietary worker will be trained to follow all proper procedures and protocols of the facility.

Duties/Responsibilities:
· Follow a State approved menu.

· Help the Dietary Manager to ensure that the kitchen meets all standards and codes of the State of SC Department of Health.

· Assist the Dietary Manager with preparing any special or modified diets as directed by a resident’s physician.

· Ensure that the food trays are ready and designated mealtimes for EACH shift are being met daily.

· Ensure that all trays, sporks, utensils, carrying bags, etc. are brought back to the kitchen after each use and are cleaned appropriately.

· Ensure that that coolers are wiped out daily.

· Ensure that the grease is emptied after every use of the flat-top grill.

· Ensure that the deep fryer grease is changed every weekend.

· Ensure that the freezers are defrosted as needed.

· Ensure that a weekly cleaning schedule is followed.

· Always make sure that all spills (wet or dry) are cleaned up immediately.

· Helps put up stock.

· Follow all applicable Policies and Procedures of Wayne Halfway House, Inc.

· Demonstrate competency in cultural knowledge, awareness, and sensitivity.

· Report directly to your superior (Food Services Manager) with any questions, comments, problems, concerns about your kitchen duties.

Required Skills and abilities:
· Excellent verbal communication skills

· Excellent interpersonal skills.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and youth.

· Ability to prioritize tasks.

Education and Experience
· High school diploma or equivalent required.

· Valid drivers license required.

· Must be willing to complete any required training.

This person must have a High School Diploma or GED with at least 3 years of experience in a professional cooking setting (i.e school, hospital, restaurant, children’s home, etc.). Must be at least 21 years of age, possess a valid Driver’s License, and have completed any or all training required by the State of Tennessee.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bereavement leave
• Dental insurance
• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Cooking: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Columbia, TN 38401 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Columbia, TN 38401: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15