Food Service Worker

Eckerd Connects; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision

9 days of Vacation

11 Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Leave

Retirement plan with employer match 5%

Workers Compensation

AD&D Insurance

PSLF Eligible Employer

Job summary

Eckerd Connects is recruiting a Food Service Worker to assist in meal service and food preparation at the Potomac Job Corps location in Washington, DC. The role emphasizes cleanliness, safety, and teamwork within a school-food service setting.

The position is hourly and on-call up to 29 hours per week, with benefits including heath insurance, paid time off, and eligibility for PSLF. A high school diploma and ServSafe certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Three to six months' food preparation training and related food service work experience preferred.
• Must possess or be able to obtain ServSafe food safety certification.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record preferred.
• Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.

Responsibilities

• Maintain good housekeeping in kitchen and dining areas.
• Assist in serving and preparation of food.
• Assist cook in preparation of food and monitoring stockroom commodities.
• Assist in serving food and beverages or salads and dressings.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen area, equipment and floors.
• Operate dish-washing equipment to ensure cleanliness of dishes and utensils.
• Ensure work area is safe, clean, and sanitary.

Skills

Food service

Food preparation

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ServSafe food safety certification

Job description

Working with us takes a certain kind of person; we want someone who identifies with our values and is willing to challenge themselves both personally and professionally. We seek employees who are passionate about serving and making a difference in the lives of others.

Make more than a Living, Make a Difference

Our Benefits

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 9 days of Vacation in the first year of service
• Minimum of 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
• Workers Compensation
• AD&D Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer

Service Contract Act (SCA) Position

Hourly Rate: $17.50

On-Call up to 29 hours/week

Duties and Responsibilities

• The Food Service Worker reports to the Food Service Supervisor or designee and is an hourly, non-exempt position.
• The Food Service Worker responsible for maintaining good housekeeping in the kitchen and dining areas. In addition, assists in the serving and preparation of food.
• The Food Service Worker assists the cook in the preparation of food, number of students expected, and monitoring stockroom commodities.
• Assists in serving food; may make coffee, tea and other beverages or salads and salad dressings.
• Cleans food service area, tables and kitchen equipment and appliances, and ensures proper floor care.
• Operates dish-washing equipment to ensure dishes and utensils are cleaned and sanitized.
• Cleans and checks kitchen service equipment, and ensures work area is safe, clean, and sanitary.
• Replenish napkin dispensers, plate and silverware racks, fills salt and pepper shakers, condiments, etc.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Three to six months' food preparation training and related food service work experience preferred.
• Must possess or be able to obtain ServSafe food safety certification.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record preferred.
• Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.

*This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified.

About our Program

Job Corps is the largest nationwide residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 60 years. The program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment.

Our Program Location

Potomac Job Corps

1 DC Village Ln SW,

Washington, DC 20032

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*Please follow the link for more information about this program: https://eckerd.org/jobs-training/jobcorps/

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Eckerd Connects is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including individuals with disabilities. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws by providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail]. Relay Services Dial 711.

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Eckerd Connects is a drug-free workplace and utilizes E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.