Job Title: Food Service Worker
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Auburn, California
Salary Range: $17.00 – $21.00/hour
Schedule: Varied; must be flexible
Required Certification: CA Food Handlers Card
At the Sisters of Mercy, we are sustained and inspired by our relationship with God and one another. Our mission is to respond with vision and compassion to the needs of those who are poor, sick, and uneducated. Every day, we strive to practice and encourage social justice, live mercifully, and extend compassion and mercy in all that we do.
As a Food Service Worker, you will help maintain a safe, clean, and organized kitchen environment while following dietary safety guidelines. You will assist with food preparation, meal service, and sanitation to ensure a high standard of hygiene and food safety. Your work will support our mission by serving residents, guests, and coworkers with respect and care.
Prepare, serve, and deliver meals, including staff lunch and Mercy Center Auburn deliveries
Assist with setup and breakdown for special events and catering
Maintain high sanitation standards in kitchen, dining areas, storage, and equipment
Operate kitchen equipment safely and correctly
Follow proper procedures for cleaning, chemical use, and hand-washing
Monitor and replenish supplies, wash dishes, carts, shelves, ovens, stoves, and other equipment
Communicate respectfully with coworkers, residents, and guests
Participate in safety training and follow all OSHA guidelines
Required:
At least 1 year of related food service experience or equivalent education/training
Valid CA Food Handlers Card (or obtain within 30 days of employment)
Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks efficiently
Team player with strong service orientation
Preferred:
High school diploma or GED
Strong communication skills in English
Frequent walking, bending, stooping, and lifting up to 30 lbs
Ability to work in hot, cold, and steam-filled environments
Able to push/pull objects and use proper body mechanics
Must be able to read, distinguish colors, and hear normal sounds in a busy environment
Be part of a mission-driven organization making a real difference
Work in a supportive, faith-based environment
Opportunity to grow and develop skills in a professional kitchen setting
Free Lunches!
Health Insurance