Food Service Assistant, Long Term Care (LTC)

Good Samaritan; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 20,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The Food Service Assistant at Good Samaritan is responsible for monitoring food temperatures, setting up and maintaining a clean serving area, preparing and serving food items, and handling payments with a computerized cash register. The role emphasizes HACCP compliance and excellent customer service.

Prior food service experience is preferred, with on-the-job training provided. This part-time position in Watertown, SD offers meaningful work in a not-for-profit environment, with benefits and

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16.
• Previous customer service experience and money handling knowledge preferred.
• On-the-job training will be provided.
• Basic Life Support may be required depending on location requirements.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and record proper food temperatures and maintain sanitary serving areas.
• Prepare and serve food items, restock food areas, and clean equipment.
• Receive payment for food and beverages using a computerized register.
• Adhere to HACCP guidelines and provide outstanding customer service.

Skills

Customer service

Money handling

Reading & writing

Basic math

Tools

Cash register systems

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: Watertown Village Harmony

Location: Watertown, SD

Address: 2533 Prairie Park Trail Se Watertown, South Dakota

Shift: Varies

Job Schedule: Part time

Weekly Hours: 20.00

Starting Rate: $14.50 - $22.50

Pay Info: Sign on Bonus $1,500

Department Details

Our staff is compassionate and dedicated to the residents. The Good Samaritan Society is proud to be one of the largest non-profit providers of senior services in the US. Since our founding in 1922, we have been driven by our mission and belief. We believe everyone deserves to be treated with respect, dignity, and compassion.

Benefits

Some of the benefits to working at Good Samaritan Society are

• Competitive Compensation
• Direct access to your earnings daily
• Shift Differential
• Flexible Scheduling Options Available
• Fun, Family Oriented Work Environment
• Salary Increases
• Referral Bonuses
• Advancement Opportunities
• Compassionate Leave
• Education Assistance
• Scholarships and Sponsorships
• Continuing Education
• Years of Service Recognition Program
• 20% childcare discount for Our Little Village childcare center

Job Summary

The Food Service Assistant is responsible for certain duties including, but not limited to, monitoring and recording proper temperature of food, setting up and maintaining a clean and sanitized serving area, preparing and serving food items, restocking food areas, cleaning and sanitizing equipment, receiving payment for food and beverages using a computerized register and other related responsibilities. Complies with Hazardous Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines for food service. Provides outstanding customer service and effectively communicates with patrons and co-workers. Demonstrates ability to establish effective working relationships.

Maintains quality control standards. May operate equipment such as, but not limited to, grills, beverage machines, toasters, ice cream dispensers, cash registers, computerized cash registers, steam equipment, dishwashers, telephones, refrigerators and freezers. Preferably, displays experience working in the food industry.

Possesses ability to work independently when necessary. Possesses an understanding of food safety and sanitation processes. Demonstrates ability to be on feet for the majority of the day and walk far distances.

Qualifications

Minimum of 16 years of age. Previous customer service experience, retail counting and reconciliation of money and knowledge of food service preferred. Possesses ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions. Ability to perform basic math. On-the-job training will be provided.

Depending upon location of hire, Serv Safe may be required to obtain within a designated time frame. Basic Life Support (BLS)may be required depending upon location requirements.

Benefits

Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.

Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0276700

Job Function: Facilities and General Services

Featured: No