Catering Assistant

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; Covington, Northern (LA, KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Parish Hospital in Covington is seeking a full-time Catering Assistant responsible for preparing food and assisting during catered events. Candidates will need to communicate effectively, comply with food safety standards, and maintain kitchen cleanliness. Preferred qualifications include catering or food service experience, and a high school diploma or GED is a plus. This role requires good physical health, including lifting at least 50 pounds, and is non-essential during emergencies.

Qualifications

• Catering or food service experience preferred.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and follow both verbal and written instructions.
• Must have excellent knowledge of or ability and willingness to learn about menu items and recipes.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for preparing food and setting up for catered events.
• Communicates politely and effectively with staff and customers.
• Helps ensure that patients and customers have adequate food supplies.

Job description

Catering Assistant page is loaded## Catering Assistantlocations: Covington, LAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R11876At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.**JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS**Scheduled Weekly Hours: 4010:00am - 6:30pm**Summary of the Job:** Responsible for the preparing food and setting up for, in-side and outside catered events. Adjusts schedule as needed to comply with catered events. Communicates politely and effectively with staff and customers. Assumes the role of customer advocate. Helps wherever and whenever needed during labor shortages to ensure that patient and customers have adequate food supplies. Identifies and resolves issues with HAACP compliance. Demonstrates a commitment to CARES when communicating to team, coworkers, and customers. Demonstrates a commitment to food safety HACCP and FIFO in all work activities and leads others to compliance. Responsible for and maintains equipment, cleanliness of kitchen, clean floors, breaking down boxes, etc. Cross-trains to work other food production worker positions. **Minimum Qualifications:**Catering or food service experience preferred. Must be able to communicate effectively and follow both verbal and written instructions. Must be able to work between the hours of 10:00am and 6:30pm and adjust schedule as needed to provide catering event coverage. This position is considered **non-essential** during emergency conditions and covers other catering positions as needed. Willingness to comply with dress code, CARES standards, food safety, and regulatory standards. Must have excellent knowledge of or ability and willingness to learn about menu items and recipes. Must be able to follow guidelines when preparing, setting up and serving catering events.**Preferred Qualifications:** High school diploma or GED preferred.**Licensure & Certifications:** Must have a valid and current state issued driver’s license. Must maintain and provide proof of automobile insurance (at own expense) in amounts which meet at least the minimum liability coverage limits required by the state of their residence. Clearance of driving record check. Driving records shall not contain any of the following within the past 3 years (see policy):* 3 or more moving violations* 2 or more accidents* 1 major violation**Physical Demands:** Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise. Physical Effort required: Constant (67%-100%) – talking, hearing, seeing Frequently (34%-66%)- lifting, carrying, balancing, reaching, handling/feeling Occasionally (1%-33%)- pushing/pulling, stooping, crouching**EMPLOYMENT**Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found , before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.**EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER**St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.