Food Service Worker

Eskaton

Placerville (CA)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 29,000

Full time

24 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401K matching

Health benefits

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

Eskaton is seeking a Food Service Worker in California to wash dishes, support cooks with meal preparation, and assist in dining room service when needed. The role includes maintaining a clean kitchen, following recipes, and adhering to safety standards within Eskaton’s care communities.

Starting pay is $18–$21 per hour with 401K matching and comprehensive benefits. Previous restaurant or food service experience and a California Food Handler certificate are preferred, along with strong customer

Qualifications

High school graduation or GED preferred.
Previous experience in a restaurant or food service establishment preferred.
California Food Handler certificate.
Understanding the philosophy of quality customer service and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

Washes dishes, utensils, pots, pans and keeps the kitchen area clean and orderly.
Assists in setup and breakdown of meals.
Assists cooks with food preparation and cooking as needed.
May assist in dining room with serving when required.
Reports equipment issues to the Director of Culinary Experience and Maintenance.

Skills

Customer service mindset

Education

High school graduation or GED

California Food Handler certificate

Job description

Make a Real Difference, Every Single Day

As a nonprofit leader in aging, Eskaton helps people live well, longer — with trusted guidance at every stage. We believe aging should be a vibrant,supported,and celebrated journey, not an experience to face alone. For over 55 years, Eskaton has been a cornerstone of Northern California,growinga network of 23 communities dedicated to older adults and the people who care for them. When you join us,you'renot just starting a job.You'restepping into a career where your work createsa realimpactonpeople's daily lives and strengthening the communities we call home.

We Invest in You (Because You Invest in Others)

We know that to take great care of our residents, we must take great care of you. We are genuinely committed to your health, your happiness, and your future.That’swhy we offer:

Financial Security:Competitive pay and a 401K matching program to help you plan for your own future.
Total Wellbeing:Comprehensive benefits that support your physical and mental health.
A Place Where You Belong:We celebrate diversity and equity across the entire aging spectrum, ensuring every team member feels seen and valued.

Our DNA (Core Values)

We’relooking for people whoalignwith our mission and want to grow with us:

Welcoming:You’rea naturalat creating warmth and a sense of belonging for everyone you meet.
Bring (Y)our Best:You take pride in your work and strive for excellence in the "little things" and the "big things" alike.
Empowerment:Youdon'twait for permission to do the right thing. You step up, take ownership, and lead with initiative.
Growth:You’rea lifelong learner who seeks consistent improvement and sustainable growth.

Position Summary:

TheFood Service Worker’s primary responsibility is washing all dishes, utensils, pots, pans, andmaintainingthe kitchen area in a clean and orderly fashion.TheFood Service Workerwillassistin putting away deliveries as assigned by the supervisor.In addition, theFood Service Workerwillassistcooks in preparation, andpossibly aidin the actual cooking of meals when needed.TheFood Service Workermay also be asked toassistin the dining room with serving if a need arises.

Essential Job Functions:

Assistsin thesetup andbreak downofall meals.
Assistsculinary department leadershipinvarious administrative capacities asrequested.
Maintainsthe cleanliness of thedepartment posted cleaning schedules.
Reportsanydamage or problemswith equipmentto the Directorof Culinary Experienceand Maintenance.
Assistsin thepreparation andserving of mealsas directed by supervisor preferences, likes/dislikes,allergiesand diet orders.
KeepsDirectorof Culinary Experienceinformed of questions, reactions,commentsor problems that may arise.
Assistscook with food preparation and cooking, following recipes andinstructionfromcook.
Helpsserve from steam table line to dining room.
Familiarwith food service disaster plan.

Other Job Functions:

Creating a sense of warmth, welcoming and belonging for all.
Fostering excellence in everything we do.
Seeking consistent improvement, learning and sustainable growth.
Stepping up, taking ownership and leading with initiative.
Fully complies with all provisions in Eskaton’s Corporate Compliance Policy and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Maintains attendance as outlined in Eskaton policy.
Follows required dress code and Eskaton’s Community Appearance Standards.Maintains a professional image to the public and residents.
Works in accordance with established safety guidelines; uses proper body mechanics; follows safe work practices; wears appropriate safety gear.

Starting pay ranges from $18.00 - $21.00 per hour. Factors such as scope, responsibilities, experience, education, job-related skills, internal equity, and market considerations may influence base pay.

Qualifications:

Education:

High school graduation or equivalent G.E.D., preferred.

Training and Experience:

Previousexperience working in a restaurant or food service establishment preferred.
California Food Handler certificate.

Knowledge and Abilities:

Understands the philosophy of quality customer service and customer satisfaction.

Work Conditions & Physical Requirements:

Requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Notify the People & Culture team to request any accommodation(s) to perform any of the essential functions of this position.

Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of forcefrequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

The final candidate must successfully pass Eskaton's post offer, pre-employment testing which includes a criminal background check, drug test, TB screen test and health screen. All new hires are required to sign an arbitration agreement as a condition of employment.

Eskaton is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

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