Food Service Worker

Wayne Halfway House, Inc.

Job Description

Position: Kitchen Assistant

General Responsibilities:

The Kitchen Assistant is trained by the Kitchen Supervisor to follow State of Tennessee approved menus. The assistant will be trained to follow all proper procedures and protocols of the facility. The Kitchen Assistant will also be certified as a YSO.

Duties:

1. Follow a State approved menu.

2. Help the Kitchen Supervisor to assure that the kitchen meets all standards and codes of the State of Tennessee Department of Health.

3. Assist the Kitchen Supervisor with preparing any special or modified diets as directed by a resident’s physician.

4. Ensure that the food trays are ready and designated mealtimes for EACH shift are being met daily.

5. Ensure that all trays, sporks, utensils, carrying bags, etc. are brought back to the kitchen after each use and are cleaned appropriately.

6. Ensure that that coolers are wiped out daily.

7. Ensure that the grease is emptied after every use of the flat-top grill.

8. Ensure that the deep fryer grease is changed every weekend.

9. Ensure that the freezers are defrosted as needed.

10. Ensure that on Mondays the following cleaning is done:

a. Behind the grill

b. Underneath the warmer table

c. Behind and underneath the ice machine and dishwasher (with bleach)

11. Ensure that on Wednesdays the bottom shelf (pots and pans) get wiped down.

12. Always make sure that all spills (wet or dry) are cleaned up immediately.

13. Mondays and Thursdays, the Kitchen Assistant is to help put up stock.

14. Follow all applicable Policies and Procedures of Wayne Halfway House, Inc.

15. Demonstrate competency in cultural knowledge, awareness, and sensitivity.

16. Report directly to your superior (Kitchen Supervisor) with any questions, comments, problems, concerns in regard to your kitchen duties.

Qualifications and Experience:

Candidates for this position must be at least 21 years of age with a High School Diploma or GED. Must possess a valid Tennessee Driver’s License and must have completed any training required by the State of Tennessee and put forth by the Kitchen Supervisor. This person can have NO FELONY CONVICTIONS!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person