Kitchen Helper

Hawaii Health Systems Corporation; Kawaihau (HI); On-site; USD 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital, part of the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation, Kaua‘i Region, Kapaa, HI, seeks a Kitchen Helper in the Nutritional Services department. This permanent, full-time role reports to the Hospital Executive Chef and supports meal preparation and service.

Responsibilities include routine kitchen tasks, cleaning, sanitizing utensils, and performing other duties. Weekend, holiday, and evening shifts are required to meet patient and staff needs.

Qualifications

• Education: a high school diploma or the equivalent preferred.
• Experience: none required; general kitchen work experience preferred.
• Licensure: current Hawai‘i type #3 driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine manual work in the kitchen for meal preparation and serving.
• Clean kitchen and dining areas, wash and sanitize utensils and equipment.
• Undertake other assigned duties; weekend, holiday, and evening work required.

Skills

Food preparation knowledge

Kitchen equipment operation

Portion control

Instruction following

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

HI:Kauai:Kapaa:Samuel Mahelona Mem Hosp | Service and Maintenance Workers | Permanent/Full-time

54,408 USD per year

Posted 6 days ago

Description

POSITION STATUS : 1.0 | Permanent

SALARY RANGE : BU01 | BC02

SALARY RATE: $54,408.00 (Annual Salary) based on the FTE

JOB DUTIES : This position is located in the Nutritional Services, or Dietary, department of Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH), part of the Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation (HHSC) Kaua’i Region, and a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawai’i. The HHSC Kaua’i Region includes Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH) and SMMH; both are designated as critical access hospitals (CAH), along with the Kaua’i Region Clinics and affiliated entities.

The Nutritional Services department plays a vital role in promoting the health and well-being of patients, staff, and visitors by providing high-quality, nutritious meals tailored to meet diverse nutritional needs and preferences. This department ensures food safety and adheres to all regulatory standards while fostering a culture of excellence in meal preparation, delivery, and nutritional education. In collaboration with healthcare professionals, Nutritional Services develops customized meal plans to support patient recovery and overall health, while also offering Nutritional Services counseling and education to encourage healthy lifestyle choices. By prioritizing quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction, the department contributes to the holistic care experience within the facility.

The Kitchen Helper performs routine manual work in the kitchen for meal preparation and serving, cleans kitchen and dining areas, washes and sanitizes kitchen utensils and equipment, and undertakes other assigned duties. This position requires working on weekends, holidays, and evenings.

The position reports to the Hospital Executive Chef, position number 109744, or their designee.

THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS ARE: Applicants must meet all of the following requirements. Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience may not be gained concurrently. In addition, qualifying work experiences are based on a 40-hour work week.

EDUCATION: A high school diploma or the equivalent is preferred.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING : None required.Experience in general kitchen work where food is prepared or any equivalent combination of experience and training is preferred.

LICENSURE: A current State of Hawai’i type #3 motor vehicle operator’s license is preferred.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• KNOWLEDGE OF : Preparation of raw and processed food for cooking; methods, materials, and equipment used in cleaning kitchen equipment, appliances, and utensils; kitchen safety and sanitation requirements; personal hygiene.
• ABILITY TO :Learn quantity cooking; operate kitchen equipment and appliances; measure food servings and serve food; give and receive oral and written instructions; work cooperatively with others; tolerate kitchen heat and noise; perform heavy lifting, moving, and carrying typical of the class; work independently and complete all job assignments daily.

ALL CIVIL SERVICE JOB VACANCIES WILL BE POSTED FOR A MINIMUM OF TEN (10) CALENDAR DAYS

The Hawaii Health Systems Corporation is an equalopportunity employer and complies with applicable state and federal laws relating to employment practices

QUALITY OF EXPERIENCE:Possession of the required amount of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. Overall paid or unpaid experience must have been of such scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of this position. Provide a detailed description of your duties and responsibilities. If you worked on a part-time basis, indicate the average number of hours worked per week. Please note that experience will be based on a 40-hour workweek. Note: We will not postpone the recruitment process because of your failure to provide accurate and complete information concerning your qualifications.

MERIT OR CIVIL SERVICE SYSTEM: You must meet the minimum qualification requirements, including education, experience, other public employment requirements for State Civil Service employment, and HHSC Standards of Fitness. Only those applicants that are scheduled for an interview with the hiring manager will be contacted.

CITIZENSHIP AND RESIDENCE REQUIREMENT: Applicants must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under the federal law for unrestricted employment and at the time of appointment intend to reside in the State of Hawaii during the course of employment with the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE: If you are claiming Veteran’s Preference, you must submit a copy of your DD214 and/or other substantiating documents specifying the periods of your service.

HEALTH AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must meet the health and physical requirements deemed necessary to effectively and safely perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Hawaii Health Systems Corporation is committed to making reasonable accommodations on a case-by-case basis. Applicants seeking reasonable accommodations should be ready to discuss the accommodation sought so that a determination can be made that such accommodation is reasonable and would not cause the employer undue hardship.

MEDICAL/PHYSICAL EXAMINATION REQUIREMENT: Offers of employment will be contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment physical examination, which includes drug screen and other regulatory medical requirements such as, but not limited to, two-step tuberculosis (TB) screen. The cost for physical examinations, except the cost for drug screening, shall be borne by the applicant and not the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation.

CRIMINAL/BACKGROUND, CREDENTIALING CHECKS: Applicable checks will be conducted periodically, and any associated costs may be borne by the applicant. Applicable checks may include, but are not limited to, state and federal criminal history records, child abuse and neglect registry check, adult protective services registry and sex offender registry records, etc. If a job offer is made or employment is begun prior to completion of all applicable checks, any offer of employment or continued employment is contingent upon satisfactory return of all required checks.

IMPORTANT APPLICATION/EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

Administrative Review, subsequent appeals: If you do not agree with a decision made by the Employment Office as to your non-qualification or non-selection for a position, you may complete aRequest for Administrative Review form (available on the HHSC website) or you may submit a written request within twenty (20) days from the date of your sent notice to the Regional Chief Executive Officer/Designee. Your letter requesting the Administrative Review must include: 1) The job title(s) and recruitment number(s), 2) the specific reason(s) you are requesting the review noting if there is statute or rule violation, and 3) any additional information you want to submit to substantiate your request. If you do not submit your request within the twenty (20) days deadline, no Administrative Review will be conducted. Since the Administrative Review is a prerequisite to subsequent steps, failure to utilize this process will make you ineligible for subsequent appeals. The administrative review, formal complaint and/or appeals hearing will not necessarily postpone the recruitment process and/or rescind a selection. If you do not agree with the Administrative Review, you may file a Formal Compliant and then, if you are still not satisfied, you can appeal to the HHSC Merit Appeals Board.

CONTACT INFORMATION : SAMUEL MAHELONA MEM HOSP is located at 4800 Kawaihau Road, Kapaa, HI 96746. For employment opportunities, please contact KVMH: [phone] | SMMH: [phone], email: [e-mail] or visit our website at https://www.hhsc.org/.

Persons with Disabilities may contact the Recruitment Office to discuss special needs in applying at KVMH: [phone] | SMMH: [phone], [e-mail].