Job Summary:
The Chef / Dishwasher supports daily meal service at Turnagain Social Club by assisting with food preparation, cooking, dishwashing and maintaining a clean and sanitary kitchen environment. This role works collaboratively with other Chef to provide nutritious, high-quality meals for participants in an adult day care setting.. Compliance with Alaska food safety regulations is essential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with food preparation, including washing, chopping, and portioning ingredients
- Prepare and cook meals and snacks in accordance with menu plans and dietary guidelines
- Ensure all food handling, preparation, and storage meet State of Alaska Food Code requirements
- Maintain proper food temperatures, labeling, dating, and storage practices
- Support meal service to ensure timely and efficient delivery
- Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment in compliance with sanitation standards
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen, dishwashing, and storage areas
- Follow all infection control, sanitation, and hygiene protocols
- Assist with receiving and properly storing food and supplies
- Monitor food quality and report any concerns
- Work collaboratively with kitchen staff and care team to meet participant dietary needs, including modified textures and restrictions
- Dispose of waste according to health and safety standards
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Previous cooking or kitchen experience required
- Valid Alaska Food Worker Card required
- ServSafe Food Handler or Food Protection Manager certification preferred
- Must pass a background check
- Must obtain a recent TB test
- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and infection control practices
- Experience in healthcare, senior care, or adult day services is a plus
Skills and Abilities:
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Attention to detail, especially regarding food safety and dietary needs
- Compassion and patience when working with vulnerable populations
- Reliable, punctual, and adaptable
Work Environment:
- Kitchen within a licensed adult day care center
- Must comply with Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) food safety standards
- Requires standing for extended periods and performing physical tasks (lifting, bending, reaching)
- Exposure to heat, kitchen equipment, and cleaning chemicals
Pay: $18.00 - $30.00 per hour
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- Food Workers Cared (Required)
Work Location: In person
