Food Service Assistant - PRN

Good Samaritan; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Samaritan in Ottumwa, IA is seeking a Food Service Assistant to support dining operations on site. You will monitor temperatures, prepare and serve meals, restock areas and ensure clean, safe conditions while delivering excellent customer service.

The role requires basic math, reading/writing ability, and dependability. Previous food service or HACCP knowledge is a plus; Serv Safe/BLS may be required depending on location. This is a PRN, on-site position with wage range listed to hire.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16 years and older.
• Experience in customer service or retail counting and money reconciliation preferred.
• Understanding of food service and safety is expected.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and record proper food temperatures.
• Set up and maintain a clean, sanitized serving area.
• Prepare and serve food items and restock food areas.

Skills

Customer service

Money handling

Food service

Reading & writing

Basic math

Tools

Cash register

Job description

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.

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: GSS IA Ottumwa

Location: Ottumwa, IA

Address: 2035 Chester Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501, USA

Shift: Varies

Job Schedule: PRN

Weekly Hours: Varies

Salary Range: $15.00 - $22.00

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.

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-0278469

Job Function

Facilities and General Services

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