JOB TITLE
Kitchen Assistant
HOURS
Part-Time/Non-Exempt, 20 hours per week
Monday through Friday
EPPSON CENTER FOR SENIORS MISSION
All employees at the Eppson Center for Seniors must display dedication TO PROVIDE LIFELONG SUPPORT FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING
QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Education and Experience
- High School Diploma/GED
- Experience in similar role or industry
- ServSafe Certification
Skills and Other Experience
- Strong interest in food
- Prior experience in food safety and sanitation, baking and cooking techniques, food preparation and nutrition, knife skills,
- Ability to adapt and learn in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to carry out tasks quickly and competently
- Ability to be a team player and work independently
- Medium activity level - lifting, bending, standing, ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to assist team in all areas of food service and sanitation
- Ability to maintain satisfactory attendance
- Willingness to give back to the Community and a fondness for the older members of our Community
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist chef with food preparation by preparing salads, desserts, side dishes, baked goods and other items as directed
- Ability to cover for Chef at times for daily meal preparation and planning
- Assist kitchen staff with packaging meals for home delivery, meal service and cleaning
- Follow meals plans and procedures
- Serve food maintaining portion control per federal guidelines
- Ensure equipment is appropriately cleaned, sanitized and ready for use
- Maintain health, sanitary and safety regulations in the kitchen and dining area
- Responsible for cleanliness of all pans, dishes, cups, utensils used for meal service
- Assist with cleaning of dining room as directed by chef
- Assist with bussing of tables in dining area when necessary
- Other duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager/Chef
- Maintain satisfactory attendance as clients depend on our services
- Abide by all personnel policies and guidelines, including all matters of confidentiality, ethical communication, and safety and risk management set forth by the Executive Director and the Eppson Center’s Board of Directors
RELATIONSHIPS
Supervised by the Kitchen Manager. Works closely and maintains communication with the Kitchen Manager, HDM Manager, and all other Kitchen Staff members. Communicate effectively, written and verbally, with all staff and patrons.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
