["Food Service Worker","Food Service Worker"]

Food Service Worker

Reports To: Director of Food Service

Primary Purpose: Prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements. Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification: High School Diploma or GED preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to understand food preparation and safety instructions. Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and tools. Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations

Experience: None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Food Preparation and Serving
• • Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested, uniform recipes.
  • Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures.
  • Practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.
  • Supervise storage and handling of food items and supplies. Maintain a clean and organized storage area.
• Safety and Sanitation
• • Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards.
  • Follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health and safety.
  • Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary.
  • Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
  • Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.
• Other:
• • Handle and record cashier function accurately.
  • Help record food requisitions and orders necessary supplies.
  • Maintain daily food preparation records.
  • Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Equipment Used: Large and small kitchen equipment and tools including electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, deep-fat fryer, sharp cutting tools, ovens dishwasher, and food and utility cart.

Working Conditions: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Continual standing, walking, pushing, and pulling; frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, and climbing (ladder), moderate lifting and carrying; moderate exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures.