Kitchen Aide (Part Time)

Saint Vincent College; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, PA is seeking a part-time Kitchen Aide for the Monastery dining program. Under supervision, you will assist with meal preparation and ensure meals are served safely to monks in the infirmary dining room. Requirements include a high school diploma; training or education in food service is preferred.

Prior kitchen experience is helpful but not required. You will keep the kitchen and dining area clean, assist with stock, and respond to dietary requests while

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; training or education in food service preferred.
• Some prior kitchen assistance or work experience is advantageous but not required.

Responsibilities

• Keeps kitchen and dining room clean and in good order.
• Presents food with appropriate utensils and at proper temperature.
• Resets tables and changes tablecloths regularly.
• Assists monks with special requests and dietary needs as directed.
• Prepares trays according to nursing specifications for those who are room bound.
• Maintains stock and inventories of kitchen supplies.
• Provides beverages, fruit, and small snacks for monks as needed.
• Reports hazards and suggests improvements to the service space.
• Maintains confidentiality and professional relationships with residents, visitors, and staff.

Skills

Food service

Kitchen sanitation

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Position Title: Kitchen Aide Monastery - Part Time

Reports To: Director of Monastery

Primary Function: Under the supervision of the Director of the Monastery Infirmary and in accordance with the established policies and procedure of the Saint Vincent food service, prepares meals for the members of the Saint Vincent community who take their meals in the infirmary dining room.

Required Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma required. Training or education and food service preferred.
• Experience: Some prior work and kitchen assistance preferred but not required.

Essential Duties:

• Keeps the kitchen and the dining room clean and in good order.
• Presents food with appropriate utensils and at the proper temperature.
• Resets tables and regularly changes tablecloth.
• Responds promptly and courteously to special requests of the monks.
• Prepares trays according to nursing specifications for those who are room bound.
• Maintain stock and inventory of the kitchen supplies.
• Makes available beverages, fruit, and small snack items for the nutritional needs of the monks.
• Reports any hazards to patients or staff and makes recommendations for improvements of the service in the physical space.
• Establishes and maintains interpersonal relationships with residence, visitors, and staff while assuring confidentiality.
• Reports any changes observed and conditions or behaviors of patients and any unusual behavior.

Other Duties:

• Practices careful and efficient use of supplies and materials.
• Participates in orientation of new employees.
• Adapts to changing unit needs by organizing priorities.
• Attends and participates in unit meetings and job-related educational programs.

All positions require the incumbent to fully embrace the unique mission and identity of Saint Vincent College as a Catholic, Benedictine liberal arts and sciences institution. Saint Vincent College is committed to diversity and encourages applicants from all qualified candidates. Saint Vincent is an equal opportunity employer.

PLEASE NOTE: Background checks will be performed on all new hires. Employment is conditional upon satisfactory background checks and clearances.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any category protected by applicable federal, state or local law, including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, uniformed service member status or any other characteristic protected by law.