Kitchen Associate (Per Diem / PRN)

Socket.dev; Hammonton (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Pyramid Healthcare is seeking a Kitchen Associate to support meal preparation, service and dining area upkeep at our Hammonton, NJ site.

You will follow food safety standards, assist in dish cleaning, restocking, and occasionally take on Cook responsibilities to ensure smooth daily operations and client satisfaction.

This role values previous food service experience and Serv-Safe certification, with flexible hours and opportunities for growth within our supportive team.

Qualifications

• Previous food service experience preferred.
• Serv-Safe certification or be willing to obtain upon hire.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with dietary functions per department policies.
• Prepare and serve meals following food safety standards.
• Serve meals according to established portion and quality standards.
• Perform daily or scheduled cleaning tasks.
• Wash and sanitize dishes, utensils and equipment.
• Restock food and supplies for meal service.
• Provide excellent customer service to clients.

Skills

Customer service

Food safety knowledge

Education

Serv-Safe certification

Job description

Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve. A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities.

Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges. We offer behavioral healthcare services – psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. – that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being.

Summary

The Kitchen Associate assists with meal preparation and serving; cleaning of dishes, utensil, equipment and pots and pans; cleans and organizes the kitchen, work areas, dining room, and serving areas.

Pay

$16 - $17/hr

Shift

Working as needed - 6:00am - 2:00pm

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides assistance with all dietary functions as directed in accordance with established department policies and procedures.
• Assists with preparing and serving meals following established food safety standards and guidelines.
• Serves meals in accordance with established portion and quality standards.
• Performs daily and/or scheduled cleaning tasks.
• Washes and sanitizes dishes, utensils and equipment according to established procedures and return to storage areas.
• Disposes of food and waste in accordance with facility and regulatory guidelines.
• Assists with maintaining the cleanliness and organization of food service work areas, dish room and storage areas.
• Sweeps and mops floors as assigned.
• Restocks food, beverages and supplies for meal service.
• Assists in the receiving, rotating and storage of food and supplies.
• Provides excellent customer service to clients. Reports any issues or problems that may arise to the Dining Services Manager or Supervisor.
• Promptly reports workplace accidents, injuries, incidents, or illnesses.
• Assists with Cook responsibilities as assigned.
• Completes required trainings and mandatory training hours
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Education & Experience

• Previous food service experience preferred.
• Serv-Safe certification or be willing to obtain upon hire.

Pyramid CORE Values

We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us. Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors, and standards. We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community. DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily. COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence. PASSION is genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission.

Total Rewards for Full-Time Positions

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Referral Bonus opportunities
• And More!

Want to know more?

To learn more about Pyramid Healthcare, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth, visit us at: https://bit.ly/Pyramid-Careers.

Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is proud of its diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.