Food Services Assistant

JOB SUMMARY: 

The Food Services Assistant is responsible for assisting in the operation of the Food Services Program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE, but are not limited to the following: 

• Provide a hospitable and welcoming atmosphere for patrons, volunteers and donors to Union Station.
• Provide guidance to volunteers with breakfast preparation and service.
• Organize, courteously acknowledge, and safely process food donations according to Union Station policy
• Assist Associate Director of Food Services in maintaining inventory of food and paper goods
• Prepare food and cook as necessary
• Help maintain all kitchen equipment
• Maintain a safe and sanitary environment in the kitchen and food storage areas
• Assist Associate Director of Food Services with menu planning
• Maintain organization in pantry and food storage areas
• Deliver meals to Union Station locations
• Other duties as assigned. 

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work indoors in temperature controlled environment with regular exposure to extreme indoor temperatures.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• Stand and sit for long periods of time; move and walk to various locations; climb stairs, stoop, kneel, reach, pull, push, bend, twist, and lift and or move objects (35 lbs.).  Use hands to finger, handle or feel.
• Must be able to lift 35 pounds.
• See, hear and speak clearly in order to give and receive information and instructions and operate mechanical devices.
• Ability to interact with other employees, clients, customers and members of the public.
• Ability to work effectively under time constraints, prioritize work, multi-task, and adapt to changing work demands.
• May require exposure to irritating fluids, solids, or atmospheric conditions.
• May require exposure to high voltage equipment.
• Able to work weekends and holidays and perform on-call duties, as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work as a member of a team and respond to direction.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with volunteers and staff.
• Knowledge of food storage, preparation and menu planning.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Position requires mandatory attendance on the day before, day of, and day after Christmas and Thanksgiving holidays.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• One year of experience working in food services or meal preparation in residential facility, cafeteria or commercial food establishment.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• California Department of Health Food Safety Card required.

                                 Union Station Homeless Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer