Recycling Composting Specialist/Food Service Associate (part time)

The Henry Ford; Michigan; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a unique nonprofit organization as a Recycling Composting Specialist Food Service Associate. In this exciting role, you will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and operational efficiency in the Biodigester area, ensuring compliance with health and sanitation guidelines. Your daily tasks will include sorting various waste products, assisting with special projects, and providing exceptional service to guests and colleagues. This position offers a chance to be part of a team that values innovation and sustainability, making a positive impact in the community. If you have strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older with a valid driver's license.
• High school diploma or GED is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of assigned areas according to health guidelines.
• Sort recycling, landfill, and compostable products.
• Assist with special projects related to the Biodigester.

Skills

Good communication

Ability to follow instructions

Hands-on leader

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Henry Ford is a nonprofit organization, an internationally recognized cultural destination, and a one-of-a-kind workplace. Our team is inspired daily by one another as well as the authentic stories of innovation that we share across our four venues. We want you to be part of this legacy and take it forward.

Join our Food Service Support team as a Recycling Composting Specialist Food Service Associate (FSA). In this role, you will be responsible for the daily operations of the Biodigester and maintaining cleanliness in the surrounding area. Key duties include sorting recycling, landfill, and compostable products, assisting with special projects, and ensuring compliance with health and sanitation guidelines. The ideal candidate will have good communication skills, the ability to follow instructions, and a team-oriented mindset.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Assumes responsibility for cleanliness of assigned areas in keeping with the Department of Health and Sanitation guidelines.
2. Sorts recycling, landfill, and compostable products at Greenfield Village restaurant, Stand 44.
3. Assists with special projects pertaining to the Biodigester.
4. Daily cleaning of storage bins, power washing, removal of compost from all Greenfield Village food service outlets.
5. Handles and stores all equipment properly and with care.
6. Interacts and communicates with guests and colleagues in a professional and friendly manner to ensure an outstanding guests experience for all.
7. Acts as a team player and provides expertise within the team and with other teams as appropriate.
8. Adheres to institutional and departmental rules and policies at all times.
9. Performs other activities as needed.

Your Qualifications:

1. 18 years of age or older
2. Valid driver's license
3. High school diploma or GED

Special Skills:

1. Good communication
2. Ability to follow instructions
3. Hands-on leader

Physical/Environmental:

1. Frequent standing, walking, pulling, reaching, handing, grasping, carrying, and pushing
2. Frequent lifting up to 50 lbs.
3. Indoor/outdoor environment
4. Varying temperature hot/cold

Please note that this job description is subject to modifications at any time to meet the evolving requirements of our institution.