Cold Food Prep Worker, Developmental Services (FT, Monday-Friday, 6am-2:30pm)

Allied Services; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Services is seeking a Cold Food Preparation Worker in Scranton, PA to prepare, mix and plate ingredients for salads and other cold dishes for clients and staff of Allied Services DSD. The role emphasizes accurate portioning, food safety, and teamwork with the Dietary Group Leader.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent; vocational food service training is preferred, with 1–2 years of institutional or commercial food service experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of Food Service Vocational Training Program preferred.
• One to two years institutional or commercial food service experience required.
• Good verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills required for effective communication with staff and visitors.
• Must be able to read.
• Knowledgeable in use and care of food service equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, mix and plate ingredients for salads, desserts, beverages and similar cold dishes.
• Serve clients and employees of Allied Services DSD.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper food safety practices.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Reading skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Food Service Vocational Training Program

Job description

Brief Description

Under the general supervision of the Dietary Group Leader, the Cold Food Preparation Worker prepares, mixes and plates ingredients for salads, desserts, beverages and similar cold dishes for clients and employees of Allied Services DSD.

Under the general supervision of the Dietary Group Leader, the Cold Food Preparation Worker prepares, mixes and plates ingredients for salads, desserts, beverages and similar cold dishes for clients and employees of Allied Services DSD.

Assigned duties are implemented in a manner appropriate to the age-specific needs of the individuals served.

Type of supervision exercised: none. Jobs reporting to this position: none.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Graduate of Food Service Vocational Training Program preferred.

Work Experience

One (1) to two (2) years institutional or commercial food service experience required.

Special Employment Requirements

Good verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills required for effective communication with staff and visitors.

Must be able to read.

Ability To Perform Mathematical Functions (simple Calculations, Conversions) Required

Must be knowledgeable in use and care of food service equipment.