Steward

Lakeviewterrace; Umatilla (FL); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Full time

Job summary

A retirement community in Umatilla, Florida is seeking a Kitchen Aide to maintain cleanliness and assist with food preparation. Responsibilities include washing dishes, cleaning workstations, and following sanitation guidelines. The ideal candidate will need to communicate effectively in English, be able to lift at least 35 lbs, and be 18 years or older. A background check is required. Hourly pay starts at $15, negotiable based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must be able to see, hear, speak, read, and write English.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for cleaning and care of equipment and work stations.
• Perform food preparation under cook’s supervision.
• Ensure the kitchen is clean and organized at all times.

Skills

Effective communication in English

Ability to lift unassisted at least 35 lbs

Willingness to be trained in the Heimlich maneuver

Job description

Lakeview Terrace– a Life Care Community, is enhancing and advancing the art of Life Care. Our gated campus occupies 100 serene acres on the edge of the Ocala National Forest. Featuring two lakes with fishing docks, walking paths, a natural area for picnicking and a new Rehab Center and Exercise Pool Complex. With full service offerings available to all our residents, we provide peace of mind with caring and compassionate staff to ensure happiness and well-being. As a team member with Lakeview Terrace, you will provide services to our residents that call LVT home.

Facility Name and Address:

Lakeview Terrace Retirement Community

331 Raintree Drive Altoona, FL 32702

Purpose:

Responsible for cleaning and care of equipment and work stations in work areas. Scrape and wash all dishes, cutlery, pots and pans, before placing into dishwasher or pot sink. Cleans large equipment as assigned, following established procedures. Responsible for properly closing down the kitchen.

• Perform food preparation under cook’s supervision with special emphasis on washing and preparation of vegetables and salads. Label, date and store leftovers and ingredients used during food preparation.
• Ensure the kitchen is clean, well maintained and organized at all times. Ensure floors are clean and dry at all times. Adhere to all sanitation guidelines.
• Carry out general cleaning as directed to include sweeping, mopping, washing, emptying of rubbish bins and boxes ensuring placement in the correct containers.
• Operate the dishwashing machine, small appliances and wash dishes according to safety and sanitation procedures. Place clean pots, pans, dishes and cutlery in proper storage areas. Restock dishes, trays and cutlery during service. Ensure all equipment is clean and in good working order.
• Receive food shipments and place stock on shelves in a neat and orderly fashion and rotate to assure freshness. Check all chemical levels and inventory. Record breakages or chipped items found then remove from circulation and update the breakage and inventory register.
• Complete daily, weekly and monthly cleaning assignments of equipment, walls, ceiling tiles, vents, floors and filters including dining room carpet. Comply with all governmental sanitation codes as apply to our facility.
• Attend all required in-services and trainings. Adhere to attendance policy. Report to work on time as scheduled. Completes required training and attends staff meetings.
• Assist the cooks and servers as and when necessary. Report any maintenance or hazard issues to the sous chef.
• Ensure compliance with all federal and state rules and regulations. Consistently adheres to MSDS information related to the proper and safe use of chemicals in the workplace. Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Required Qualification:

• For purposes of effective communication with residents, families and staff; must be able to see, hear, speak, read and write English.
• Maintain ability to stretch, push, pull, kneel, reach, twist, lift unassisted at least 35 lbs and walk or stand up to eight hours.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be trained in the Heimlich maneuver or willing to be trained.

Preferred Qualifications:

• No prior experience required.

Hourly Rate:

• $15.00 - Negotiable

Working Conditions:

• Standard use of work station
• Repetitive use of keyboard
• Frequent bending and standing

Required Materials:

• Resume
• 3 Work References
• Letter of Interest

Drug Free Workplace

A criminal history background check and sex offender registry check will be required for the finalist under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

DSI Management, LLC and all supported companies, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. The company is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, disability, religion, or veteran status.

Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment with the company.

E-Verify:

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Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.