On-Call Food Service Team Member/Dishwasher

Multnomah County; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an On-Call Food Service Worker to join their dynamic nutrition team. This role involves assisting in a bustling kitchen environment, preparing meals for youth in a detention facility. Candidates will gain valuable experience while ensuring compliance with health standards and contributing to a positive atmosphere. If you have a passion for food service and want to make a difference, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your skills in a supportive setting. Join a team committed to workforce equity and inclusion, and help create a better future for the community.

Benefits

Paid Sick Leave

$1.50 additional per hour in lieu of benefits

Qualifications

• 1 year of relevant food service experience required.
• Must possess a valid Oregon Food Handlers Card.

Responsibilities

• Assist in running a large commercial kitchen for youth meals.
• Deliver food and maintain sanitation standards.

Skills

Dishwashing

Food Service Experience

Ability to Lift Heavy Objects

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Commercial Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range: $20.00 - $21.37 Hourly

Department: Department of Community Justice (DCJ)

Job Type: On-Call

Exemption Status: United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

The Opportunity:

Help us create a better future as you grow your food service skills in a fast-paced, institutional setting. You'll assist in running a large commercial kitchen that prepares meals for youth in our detention facility. If you are interested in joining our team of dynamic individuals, we strongly encourage you to apply for our On-Call Food Service Worker position. This is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door with Multnomah County!

As part of our nutrition team, the On-Call Food Service Team Member provides valuable contribution in the following areas:

• Receiving food, equipment and supplies, and rotating inventory to meet federal, state and county standards
• Delivering food throughout the facility and serving meals.
• Operating commercial kitchen equipment including dishwashers and food mixing/preparation equipment
• Washing utensils, pots and pans, food carts, trays and food preparation/serving/storage areas by machine or by hand, in accordance with sanitation guidelines
• Various daily cleaning duties
• Performing other duties as required to run a large institutional kitchen and a café and catering company.

The ability to lift 50-75 pounds is highly desired in this position. You will be serving youth directly in a custody setting.

Schedule: variable days and variable hours, On-Call Position

Workforce Equity: At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.

TO QUALIFY:

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant.

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.
• One (1) year of relevant dishwashing, school lunch/institutional school lunch, restaurant, café/deli, catering, or institutional food service experience
• Possess a valid Oregon Food Handlers Card. (Please note: ServSafe is not accepted in lieu of the Oregon Food Handler's Card).
• Must pass a thorough background investigation, which includes being fingerprinted on the first day of employment.

Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:

• Ability to lift 50-75 pounds.
• Ability to push/pull 200-400 pounds.

SCREENING AND EVALUATION:

The Application Packet:

• Online Application: Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in the education and work experience sections of the application.

• A Resume (optional): Please indicate how you meet the required minimum qualifications. Be sure to explain in detail, including dates, all related work experience, paid or unpaid any relevant experience and education.

Note: The application should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how it is related to those shown in the Overview and To Qualify sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials may be scored and determine your eligibility for an interview.

The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

• Initial review of minimum qualifications
• A phone screen, oral exam, or written exam may be used to determine the most qualified candidates
• Consideration of top candidates/Interviews
• Background Investigation

Note: Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Type of Position: This hourly position is eligible for overtime.

Type: Represented

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Schedule: variable, On Call position

Location: Juvenile Justice Complex @ 1401 NE 68th Portland, OR 97213

Benefits: $1.50 additional per hour in lieu of benefits; paid sick leave

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance.

Questions?

Recruiter: Joanne Campbell

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Job Profile: 6261 - Food Service Worker