PT Food Service Associate - 30 hrs/week

Boys Town National Research Hospital; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Food Service Worker to prepare and serve meals while ensuring a clean and organized workspace. This role involves maintaining food safety standards, assisting with food preparation, and managing dining area supplies. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of sanitation regulations and the ability to communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment. Join a team that values diversity and inclusion, making a positive impact on the lives of children and families. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization that has been serving the community for over a century.

Qualifications

• ServSafe Food Handlers certification required within 120 days.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and serves food while maintaining cleanliness.
• Ensures proper food storage and safety compliance.

Skills

Knowledge of Federal Sanitation regulations

Ability to communicate professionally

Ability to multi-task

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Dish machine

Ovens

Steamers

Slicers

Freezers

Refrigeration

Job description

Prepares and serves food. Maintains a clean, organized workspace. Location: Great Hall on our home campus (144th & Dodge)

Shift: M-F 8:30am-2:30pm

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• Prepares and serves food, cleans and sanitizes kitchen and equipment, and ensures proper food storage.
• Sets up and serves food for regularly scheduled or special events; determines portions and utilizes resources efficiently.
• Prepares food or assists with food preparation as needed.
• Sets up and arranges food service dishes and condiments prior to meal service or event, ensuring quality and timeliness.
• Maintains proper HACCP food safety policies and sanitization procedures for service and for clean-up, including washing of dishes and equipment.
• Sanitizes and cleans kitchen and service area and dining room tables per daily, weekly, and monthly guidelines. Ensures food is properly stored and handled and takes and records food temperatures as required.
• Replenishes dining area supplies including dishes, pepper, and silverware; prepares area for next service as time permits.
• Maintains and records monthly inventory and ordering of supplies as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of Federal Sanitation regulations concerning facilities, equipment, and utensils.
• Knowledge of operation and maintenance of dish machine, ovens, steamers, slicers, freezers, and refrigeration.
• Ability to communicate in an articulate, professional manner.
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining quality standards.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• ServSafe Food Handlers certification within 120 days of transfer or hire required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Previous work experience in food services is preferred.

OTHER DUTIES:

• This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization.
• Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, EQUIPMENT USAGE, WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Position requires moderate physical activity handling of average weight objects up to 20 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally; standing and/or walking continuously. Subject to inside environmental conditions, with exposure to extreme cold from walk-in coolers and freezers and extreme heat working with stoves, ovens, and steam tables. Exposure to odors, cleaning solutions, and kitchen equipment.

Diversity is more than a commitment at Boys Town—it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.

At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.

About Boys Town:

Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country.

Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities.

This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will