About this role
Food Service Assistant
The Food Service Assistant for U.S.VETS is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day cleanliness and maintenance of server line. This position reports directly to the Food Service Coordinator.
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Responsibilities
- Maintain sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas
- Prepares simple food items, such as sandwiches, toast, coffee, using proper food handling techniques, may be assistant with the preparation of vegetables, fresh fruits, and other foods
- Re-heat prepared food received from vendors and serve at proper temperatures as regulated by the State Health Department
- Serves food according to funder’s and clients nutritional requirements
- Responsible for the operation of the food service line
- Sets up for serving and serves a wide variety of meals
- Participates in the cleaning and storing of dishes, utensils, food service equipment, and food supplies
- Cleans work areas and disposes of refuse
- Assist with packaging and loading food for transport to U.S.VETS’ functions
- Sweeps floors, wipes tables, and counters, fills supplies for next day and performs general clean-up tasks
- May perform baking duties as necessary
- Supervises veteran helpers on workstations or community service
- Performs assigned duties in a safe manner
- Pick up donations as assigned
- Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Requirements
- Three to six months in food handling preferred
- Experience working with homeless veterans preferred
- Ability to communicate and work effectively with a diverse group of residents, staff, and community members
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Must possess State Food Handlers Health Card required
- Must be knowledgeable of food handling procedures and protocols
- Valid driver’s license required. Must meet company insurance requirements and complete a provided driver training course