Food Service Assistant - Ware Washer

CASWELL DEVELOPMENTAL CENTER; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

CASWELL DEVELOPMENTAL CENTER is seeking an enthusiastic Food Service Assistant to support food preparation and ensure cleanliness in the Outfoods area. The role includes working with menus, handling cash registers, and providing customer service. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and an opportunity to make a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn food preparation and cleaning procedures.
• Ability to maintain high standards of personal cleanliness.
• Ability to perform moderately heavy physical labor.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and labeling of food items for meals.
• Utilizing accepted food handling and sanitation procedures.
• Serving at the Sandbar Café and providing excellent customer service.

Skills

Food preparation

Customer service

Sanitation procedures

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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Responsibilities

Caswell Developmental Center is seeking an enthusiastic Food Service Assistant to function in the Outfoods area of Dietary Services, assisting with preparation of food served at campus functions, as well as serve in the rotation working at the Sandbar Caf, utilizing menu item preparation, cash register operation skills while displaying optimal customer service.Job responsibilities include:

• Preparation and labeling of supplements, bedtime snacks/ingredients, food items for meals, texture modification and general cleaning;
• May serve as a lead worker over subordinate personnel in non-skilled food service activities;
• Utilize accepted and established food handling, food storage, and sanitation procedures, and must meet productivity and quality assurance standards when completing tasks.
• Work Hours:7:30 AM - 4:00 PM*(hours vary as needed, every other weekend off)**
  
  

Location: Dietary Department*

About the Department of Health and Human Services / Caswell Developmental Center:

The NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, with approximately 18,000 employees. In collaboration with its partners, it is responsible for ensuring the health, safety and well-being of all North Carolinians.

Caswell Developmental Center, serving as North Carolina's Eastern Region resource center, provides specialized residential, programmatic, and support services for individuals with developmental disabilities. The individuals we serve are at the heart of our facility. Our team is critical to the mission of the facility. We strive to create an environment in which every team member contributes to the overall success of the Center to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we service. If you are looking to make a difference and seeking a rewarding career, we encourage you to consider this opportunity. Please click on the following link [https://vimeo.com/185000006](https://vimeo.com/185000006){tabindex="0"}to experience how Caring is Contagious at Caswell Developmental Center. *

## Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

To Receive Credit For All Of Your Work History And Credentials, You Must List The Information On The Application Form. Any Information Listed Under The Text Resume Section Or On An Attachment Will Not Be Considered For Qualifying Credit. Qualified Candidates Must Document On The Application That They Clearly Possess All Of The Following

• Ability to learn food preparation and cleaning procedures.
• Ability to perform moderately heavy physical labor for extended periods of time.
• Ability to maintain high standards of personal cleanliness and food sanitation.
• Ability to maintain professional and cooperative working relationships.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, as well as keeping some routine records.
  
  

Management Preferences

The preferred candidate will have a high school diploma and six months of food service experience in either a state operated program, ICF/IID facility and/or school setting.

Physical Requirements

The preferred candidate must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs, stoop, bend, stand and walk carrying pans of food for a short distance. Daily exposure to food service equipment with temperatures below 50 degrees and above 140 degrees.

## Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See[oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide](https://oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide){tabindex="0"}for details.

Education and/or experien e in food service that is directly related to the job and consistent with accepted practices of the trade.

Degrees must be from appropriately accredited colleges or universities

## Supplemental and Contact Information

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• Seniority level

  Entry level

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