Description:
Under general supervision, perform a variety of work involving the preparation, serving, storage and delivery of food; assist in maintaining kitchen and other dining areas in clean and sanitary condition; and perform routine office tasks related to ordering, receiving and delivering food and supplies.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Food Service Worker I is the entry/trainee level. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn a full range of Food Service Worker duties. As experience is gained there is greater independence of action within established guidelines. This classification is flexibly staffed with Food Service Worker II and incumbents may advance to the next level after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiencies which meet the higher level qualifications.

Examples Of Duties
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist Cooks in the preparation of meals, as directed.
• Prepare food for cooking by peeling, cutting or slicing.
• Prepare salads, sandwiches, beverages and simple desserts.
• Set up tray lines and/or individual trays.
• Serve cafeteria and/or patient meals.
• May visit patients, assist with menu selections, and deliver/retrieve trays.
• May direct activities on a portion of a tray line or in a dish room.
• May direct the work of juvenile detainees or adult inmates who are assigned to clean and prepare food or assist in related routine tasks defined by supervisors at specific facilities.
• Clean items used in the kitchen such as dishes, pots, pans, containers, carts and equipment.
• Clean facilities including sweeping, mopping and sanitizing work areas such as floors, storage spaces and trucks; empty garbage cans.
• Assist with supplies and deliveries including signing for, bringing in and/or storing items.
• Perform basic office tasks such as answering phones, taking and relaying messages, and checking catering schedules.
• Drive a truck or van to deliver food and supplies; may maintain basic records related to vehicle use such as mileage and service reports.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Note: The level and scope of the knowledge, skills and abilities listed below are related to job duties as defined under Distinguishing Characteristics.

Knowledge of:

• Basic kitchen cleaning and sanitation methods.
• Operation and care of kitchen equipment.
• Proper lifting techniques.

Skill/Ability to:

• Prepare simple foods and beverages.
• Interact cooperatively with others including staff, patients, inmates and members of the public.
• Work rapidly under pressure.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Maintain a high standard of personal cleanliness.
• Maintain basic records.
• Direct the work of juvenile detainees or adult inmates assigned to assist in basic food service activities at specific facilities.
• Operate a truck or van.
• Lift, carry or push materials, supplies or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Walk or stand for long periods of time.

Education and Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provided the required
knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.50 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Food Service: 1 year (Required)
• Healthcare/Hospital: 1 year (Preferred)
• Preparing Food: 1 year (Required)
• Washing Dishes: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person