Food Service Assistant - Subacute Care

Volunteers of America, Utah; Murray (UT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision coverage

Health Savings Account

403b retirement plan with employer-mq

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Life insurance

HSA annual employer contribution

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Volunteers of America, Utah is seeking a Full-Time Kitchen Support staff member to assist in food preparation and service at Creekside Stabilization Center. The role focuses on maintaining clean work areas, following food safety procedures, and supporting meal preparation and service for clients.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and a Food Handler’s permit; experience in food service and CPR/First Aid certifications are a plus.

Qualifications

• Must have food safety knowledge and follow sanitation procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with diverse groups.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries with clients and staff.
• Need to be 21+ with a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• CPR and First Aid certifications preferred.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, pots and pans; stack dishes, cups and silverware.
• Remove trash; sweep and mop floors; deep clean as scheduled.
• Set up and maintain food items and check temperatures.
• Transport meals to Creekside, including offsite prep items.
• Assist with meal prep, plating, and serving in a friendly manner.
• Assist with unloading and organizing food donations, orders, and deliveries.
• Attend work regularly and maintain punctuality; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food safety

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Professional boundaries

Crisis response

Attention to detail

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Food Handler’s permit

Job description

Schedule: Full Time

Benefits

• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision coverage. Health savings account. 403b retirement plan with employer match (50% match up to 3%).
• Employee Assistance Program for all employees
• 33 paid days off: 11 observed paid holidays, 12 sick days, and 10 vacation days to start. Vacation increases to 12 days after 1 year, 15 days after 2 years, and more at 5 and 9 years of service
  • Sick and vacation time accrue hourly per pay period
• $50,000 in employer-paid life insurance; additional coverage available
• $1,200 annual employer contribution to your Health Savings Account (paid quarterly)
• Employee Referral Program including cash bonuses and paid time off

About

Volunteers of America, Utah (VOA Utah) is part of a national, nonprofit, faith-based human services organization. Volunteers of America, Utah provides community-supported paths for those who are vulnerable to improve their lives and increase their self-reliance. In alignment with our mission, we encourage individuals with lived experience to apply. We recognize that a person’s life experiences can provide firsthand knowledge relevant to being successful in the work that we do.

Position Summary

To assist in various capacities in the Volunteers of America Utah, Creekside Stabilization Center food preparation and service operations.

Essential Duties

In coordination with the Program Director and other VOA staff members:

• Maintain and clean work area and follow food safety procedures. Tasks include, but are not limited to:

1. Wash dishes, pots and pans
2. Stack dishes, cups, and silverware
3. Remove trash
4. Sweep and mop the floor
5. Perform deep cleaning as scheduled and as necessary.
6. Set up and maintain food items
7. Check and record food temperatures at required intervals
8. Maintain cleanliness and follow proper food safety protocol and procedures

• Know how to safely operate and properly clean machines/appliances in kitchen. At the completion of each task, working area should be cleaned and all food and equipment should be brought to their respective areas.
• Assist with meal preparation including food prep and plating.
• Transport meals to Creekside that have been prepped offsite.
• Serve food in a friendly and helpful manner.
• Assist with unloading, organizing, and putting away food from food donations, orders, and deliveries.
• Attend work regularly and predictably and on a punctual basis.
• Perform other functions as necessary or assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must possess a high school diploma or GED and Food Handlers permit. Must have some experience in food service work, or any combination of education, experience, and training which provides the following knowledge, skills and abilities, including but not limited to:

• Ability to follow food safety, safety, and sanitation procedures.
• Ability to interact in a professional manner with a diverse workforce, clients, and the public.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Maintain appropriate, professional boundaries with clients, volunteers, and co-workers.
• Remain calm and respond appropriately in crises.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks; flexibility to respond to changes.
• Must be at least 21 years of age, possess a current driver’s license and have a good driving record.
• Punctual and dependable attendance.
• Mandatory CPR and First Aid Certifications.
• Mandatory Food Handler’s permit or higher level food safety certification.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and Utah DHHS criminal background check; must maintain eligible determination through continuous monitoring.

Physical Demands

• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch and twist.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods if necessary.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 30 pounds on a regular basis.
• A solid understanding of sanitation and safety procedures.
• Ability to operate appropriate equipment.
• Must be able to walk up and down stairs.