Food Service Worker

Open Door Mission, Inc; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Open Door Mission, Inc is seeking a part-time kitchen assistant to support meal preparation and service in our food services department, under the supervision of the Food Services Supervisor. The role reflects our values of Restoring Hope and Changing Lives while ensuring safe kitchen operations during the 3pm-8pm weekday shifts and Saturday 12-8pm.

You will work with students and volunteers, help with menu planning, and ensure compliance with health standards and safety procedures in a busy

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• ServSafe certification or sanitation training completed.
• Previous cooking experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook shift-appropriate meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner).
• Create prep lists and execute prep for next meals.
• Assist students and volunteers in kitchen tasks.
• Clean and maintain kitchen facilities and store equipment properly.
• Handle and store orders and donations safely.
• Assist with menu planning as needed.
• Observe health and safety standards per County Health Dept, USDA and OSHA.
• Attend trainings and meetings as requested.

Skills

Committed Christian

Food handling

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

ServSafe certification / sanitation training

Additional culinary coursework

Tools

Dishwasher

Ice Machine

Industrial Slicer

Industrial Mixers

Ovens

Steamers

Job description

Part-time: 28 hours

Schedule: Monday, Tuesday Wednesday, Thursday from 3pm-8pm & Saturday from 12-8pm

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Our food services department is on the front lines of our ministry and may be the first point of contact individuals from the public may meet. This person should reflect the values of Restoring Hope and Changing Lives. Under the oversight of the Food Services Supervisor, prepare and serve meals and participate in safe kitchen operations. Work alongside staff, students and volunteers in planning, preparing, and serving meals within assigned shift (breakfast, lunch, dinner) at a professional level and to offer quality hospitality. Utilize safe food handling practices and standards in accordance with county health code.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and cook shift-appropriate meal (breakfast/lunch/dinner). Make prep lists and execute prep for the next meal.
• Work alongside students and volunteers assigned to kitchen:
• Assist in cleaning and maintaining kitchen facilities.
• Properly use, clean and store equipment.
• Put away orders and donations; insure proper food handling and storage.
• Assist with menu planning as needed.
• Observe established health and safety standards and procedures, including those of County Health Department, USDA and OSHA.
• Attend internal and external meetings and trainings as requested or expected.
• Additional duties as requested.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Committed Christian with a commitment to and a passion for "restoring hope and changing lives".
• Proper food handling, preparation, knowledge of cooking terms and techniques
• Able to cook tasteful meals and follow instructions

EQUIPMENT/TOOLS USED:

Dishwasher Ice Machine

Industrial Slicer Industrial Mixers

Ovens Steamers

Grill Fire Suppression system

Fryer Computer

Phone

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED
• One year previous cooking experience preferred
• Servsafe certified or courses completed in sanitation with local health department
• Additional coursework in food service or culinary arts preferred

ODM has a mandatory 5-year Employment Verification Process. Please be aware that before an offer of employment can be provided, you will be required to provide employer name, employment dates, and contact information for all roles held within the past 5 year.