Job Details

Food Service Worker

Prepares menu items in accordance with established standards; serves menu items attractively, and at proper temperature. Implements proper cleaning and food handling for optimal infection control.

Essential Duties

• Performs job duties safely as specified in the physical, sensory, and mental requirements.
• Reads menus, and recipes, and reviews the necessary steps in meal preparation with the Director of Food & Nutrition Services.
• Prepares menu items in accordance with established standards.
• Determines quantity of food needed in meal preparation.
• Follows established recipes.
• Uses proper food preparation and handling techniques.
• Prepares substitute items to meet resident's individual needs.
• Serves meals using portions listed on the menu.
• Covers, dates, and labels leftovers and stores properly.
• Follows established security routine.
• Uses proper infection control techniques and protective equipment as needed.
• Supervises food service staff in the absence of the Director of Food & Nutrition Services or Assistant Director of Food & Nutrition Services.
• Receives and checks deliveries against invoices in absence of Director of Food & Nutrition Services or Assistant Director of Food & Nutrition Services.
• Cleans and maintains the kitchen facility in a safe and sanitary manner including floors, walls, all equipment and utensils.
• Performs dish washing of pots, pans and other designated items

Other Duties

Perform tasks which are supportive in nature to the essential functions of the job, but which may be altered or redesigned depending upon individual circumstances. Performs other work duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Training: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.