Food Service Worker - Distribution

Job Description

LIFECARE ALLIANCE

POSITION TITLE: Food Service Worker – Harmon Ave (512)

REPORTS TO: Operations Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:

Position is responsible for performing work in an assigned area of the food production or packaging facility. Employee will follow established principles of food handling and sanitation under the immediate supervision of a Food Service Coordinator.

WORK LOCATION:

670 Harmon Ave Kitchen hours of operation; M-F 7:30 am to 4 pm, Sa-Su 7 am to 3:30 pm

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Responsible for packaging meals and sorting in bags/coolers according to route/site order. Visually checks meals for completeness. Ensures meals remain attractive and neat by using departmental packaging procedures.

Responsible for cleaning and sanitizing all kitchen equipment, pots, pans and shipping containers using established guidelines for equipment cleaning and sanitizing. Visually inspects all items for cleanliness.

Responsible for cleaning assigned work area, equipment and utensils. Performs janitorial duties as assigned such as emptying trash, scrubbing floors and washing walls.

Responsible for completing other departmental and agency duties as assigned. This includes participating in departmental meetings and trainings.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in a large institutional kitchen. May work in refrigerated and freezer areas in the kitchen. Work scheduled hours per day in between 7:30 a.m. opening and 4:00 p.m. closing Monday through Friday with some weekends as assigned. Days off during the week will be scheduled when weekend work is required. Must work holidays as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Prefer high school degree or equivalent and 6 months food service experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and personal hygiene standards.

Ability to work quickly and accurately in a fast-paced environment.

Must possess good written and oral communication skills.

Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to perform basic math.

Ability to work in a team environment.

Ability to work independently with general supervision.