Kitchen Assistant- Conway

Kitchen Assistant

Conway Human Development Center

Job # 37088

Copy and paste this link to apply (required): https://arcareers.arkansas.gov/job/Conway-KITCHEN-ASSISTANT-AR-72032/1127934800/

Job Summary:

The Kitchen Assistant is responsible for assisting food preparation staff in kitchen operations. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy

Responsibilities:

Cleans, cuts, or peel vegetables and fruits, makes sandwiches, opens canned foods, brews coffee and tea, and pours beverages. Replenishes table items and condiments and arranges and restocks salad, dessert, and/or buffet items. Packs food, dishes, utensils, tablecloths, and accessories for transportation from catering or food preparation establishments to and from designated on-site locations. Sweeps, vacuums, and mops floors of kitchen, storage, and dining areas. Washes appliances, tables, chairs, and windows, washes utensils or operates dishwasher and empties garbage. Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

Knowledge of the service and storage of foodstuffs. Knowledge of sanitation and safety requirements of a food service facility. Ability to clean utensils and equipment used in food preparation. Skill in the operation and use of knives, choppers, peelers, and other sharp food production equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

The ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions; plus two years of related job experience is required.

Salary/Benefits:

This position provides a competitive starting salary of $26,950.00 with excellent benefits including group health and life insurance, state retirement plan, paid holidays and annual leave time off.

Learn more about DHS: The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like childcare centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others. https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/

“The Arkansas Department of Human Services is an equal opportunity employer providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or political affiliation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $26,950.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• related job: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person