Food Services Worker I

Back to all Jobs Food Services Worker I Closes On: March 15, 2024 Location: Senior Services, Douglasville, GA 30134 Department: Senior Services/827 Division: None Job Status: Part-Time Status: Until Filled Details: Salary: $34,216.00 annually, ($16.45 hourly) NO BENEFITS Apply Now Job Summary This position is responsible for the preparation and packing of meals for the congregate and home-delivered meals programs. Major job functions include daily meal preparation and serving, stocking and maintenance of food products/supplies, and cleaning and maintaining kitchen and food preparation equipment. Work is performed under the immediate supervision of the Senior Services Program Manager and the Kitchen Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties include but are not limited to: Prepares all congregate and home-delivered meals served according to established menus Ensures that all safety and sanitation procedures are followed Checks all equipment to ensure that it is used safely, and is cleaned and stored properly Serves meals on food service line and ensures that proper portions are served Assists with packaging of home-delivered meals and ensures that meals meet temperature standards Cleans kitchen and surrounding area after preparation/serving is complete Ensures that perishables are properly rotated Maintains program supplies and re-stocks orders upon delivery; must be able to lift up to 30lbs. Maintains accurate records and files as assigned Performs other duties as assigned QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability necessary.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. MINIMUM EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or GED One year commercial kitchen/cafeteria work experience An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Must be 21 years of age or older Must have a valid Georgia driver's license CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Current Food Safety course certification preferred but not mandatory (such as ServSafe) KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of or ability to learn county and department operations, ordinances, policies, procedures, terminology, and materials as they relate to assignment Knowledge of or ability to learn state laws and regulations as they relate to assignment Knowledge of administrative principles, practices, standards, terminology, and software Knowledge of business English, spelling, and grammar Knowledge of basic business mathematics: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division Knowledge of food service practices and procedures Knowledge of specialized software, materials, terminology, and forms essential to the assignment Skill in creating, maintaining, and organizing accurate, detailed, and complete records in accordance with standard record-keeping procedures Skill in performing tasks which require attention to detail, and completing assigned jobs efficiently and correctly Skill in planning, prioritizing, and organizing work; ability to handle multiple work assignments and deadlines efficiently, accurately, and professionally Skill in the use of personal computers, MS Office Suite, databases, spreadsheets, and word processing; typing and entering data into a computer system accurately and efficiently Ability to apply commonsense to understand, follow, and complete verbal and written instructions Ability to communicate and interact clearly and effectively with all those contacted in the course of work in a professional and courteous manner, both orally and in writing; establishing and maintaining effective, professional, and cordial working relationships Ability to demonstrate compassion and respect in client interactions, with disabled individuals and others needing special assistance; ability to deal effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds Ability to handle confidential information professionally and to exercise discretion in performing assigned job duties; inability to maintain confidentiality will be grounds for dismissal Ability to make sound, independent decisions within policy guidelines by exercising good judgment and intelligent situation-assessment Ability to provide instruction and direction; effective leadership skills; ability to train, supervise, and motivate volunteers Ability to read and comprehend a variety of documents, memos, instructions, correspondence, policies, et cetera Ability to reconcile data; make necessary additions, revisions, and updates Ability to resolve routine and non-routine problems and complaints by applying or adapting established policies and procedures Ability to work in a team setting Ability to work independently in the absence of specific instructions or direct supervision Salary: $34,216.00 annually, ($16.45 hourly) NO BENEFITS Employment Opportunities (Section 13-50) "The recruitment, selection, appointment and promotion of employees shall be in such a manner as to promote equal employment for all persons without regard to race, age, color, creed, religion, ancestry, gender, national origin, physical handicap or political affiliation or sexual preference."