Food Service Specialist

WestCare; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

WestCare is seeking a dedicated Food Service Worker to assist in meal preparation and service at their facility in Saint Petersburg, Florida. This full-time role requires a high school diploma and a Certified Food Handler Certification, coupled with teamwork and communication skills. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring food safety, sanitation, and assisting with kitchen operations in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• One year experience in institutional food service.
• Ability to operate a computer and complete documents in Microsoft Word.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to approved menus and maintain health standards.
• Record client/staff meal census and maintain cleanliness.
• Assist WestCare staff collaboratively and embrace the organization’s mission.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Judgment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Food Handler Certification

Job description

Job Details Job Location: Saint Petersburg - 1735 Martin Luther King S Floor 1 - Saint Petersburg, FL Position Type: Full Time Education Level: High School Salary Range: $15.00 - $15.00 Hourly Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services Description

Position Summary:

Person in this position will assist in the provision of meals to facilities. Essential Job Functions include those listed below. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Essential Job Functions:

• Prepare all meals in accordance with approved menus, meeting mealtime schedules.
• Record client/staff meal census.
• Maintain high (Health Department) standards, cleanliness, sanitation, always including the wearing of gloves and/or hairnets and/or caps within food preparation and serving areas.
• Prepare requisitions for food and commodities as needed.
• Receive and store all deliveries properly.
• Assure that equipment is in good operating condition and that temperatures are within proper standards. Be constantly aware of fire and safety hazards. Report repair/maintenance needs to supervisor.
• Label, date, and store all leftovers in accordance with safe food handling requirements.
• Always maintain professional standards with food preparation and handling, as well as maintaining a high level of good housekeeping.
• Maintain current inventory on all commodities and stored goods.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and some weekends.

• Complete documentation of services, if required, on provided forms in a timely manner.
• Assist other WestCare staff as needed in a collaborative manner to promote cooperation and portray a professional image to the community.
• Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation.

Other relevant duties as assigned

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:

• One year experience in institutional food service.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others in a manner that is pleasant and professional.
• Certified Food Handler Certification or ability to acquire within 90 days (Serve Safe preferred).
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
• Ability to operate a computer and complete documents in Microsoft Word program formats or the ability to learn.
• Ability to respond as needed to crisis situations in an efficient manner.
• Ability to complete work tasks within scheduled work hours.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willing to seek out new work projects and contribute ideas and efforts to the constant improvement of WestCare GulfCoast-Florida services.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent

During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.

WestCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment at WestCare is contingent upon
successful completion of a pre-employment drug test,
pre-employment physical and criminal background check.