Utility | Part Time

Harmony Senior Services; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k + Fulltime & Part-time Benefits

Training, Development & Career Ladder

Great work-life balance

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services in Lorton, VA, is hiring a Food Service/Prep Aide to assist the cook with food preparation and presentation. You will manage the dishwashing area, maintain cleanliness, and help in dining operations as needed.

Responsibilities include preparing items, portioning salads and desserts, stocking shelves, and assisting in dining room service. Candidates should be able to stand long hours, lift up to 50 lbs, and work under supervision while delivering excellent resident service.

Qualifications

• Good teamwork and ability to work with others as part of a dining operation.
• Basic knowledge of kitchen operation and equipment.
• Ability to follow simple instructions and apply them to the role.
• Ability to stand, kneel, and walk for extended periods.
• Must lift up to 50 lbs and carry up to 20 feet.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items as requested.
• Portion and plate salads and desserts.
• Assist with cleaning of kitchen, floors, and equipment.
• Set up and run dishwashing operation; keep dishwasher clean.
• Check water temperatures and sanitation equipment.
• Take out all garbage.
• Assist with dining room service when needed.
• Stock food on shelves and in refrigerator.
• Report problems in kitchen or dining room to supervisor.
• Attend all staff meetings.
• Provide superior customer service to residents and guests.

Skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Follow instructions

Stamina

Lifting 50 lbs

Job description

8350 Mountain Larkspur Drive, Lorton, Virginia 22079

Job Description

The Food Service/Prep Aide shall assist the cook in the preparation and presentation of food. He/she will be responsible for the dishwashing area and the cleanliness of all dishes, silverware, and glassware, and will assist in other areas of the dining operation as needed.

• Prepare food items as requested


• Portion and plate salads and desserts


• Assist with cleaning of kitchen, (including floors) and kitchen equipment


• Set up and run dishwashing operation, keeping the dishwasher clean and free of debris. Clean pots and pans as needed


• Check water temperatures and maintain sanitation equipment


• Take out all garbage


• Assist with dining room service as needed, e.g. pouring beverages


• Replace paper towels and clean hand sink


• Stock food on shelves and in refrigerator


• Report problems in the kitchen or dining room to supervisor


• Attend all required in-service and staff meetings


• Provide superior customer service to residents and guests

Requirements:

• Good organizational skills and have the ability to work well with others as part of a team


• Must be able to work under close supervision


• Possess basic knowledge of kitchen operation and use of kitchen equipment


• Must be able to understand and retain simple instructions and apply them to position


• Must be able to stand, kneel, and walk for extended periods of time


• Must be able to tolerate temperature extremes, wet/humid conditions, and noise


• Must be able to lift 50 lbs, and carry up to 20 feet


• Must wear slip resistant footwear

Pay Range: $15-$18 Per Hour

Why Harmony?

• 401k + Fulltime & Part-time Benefits Packages




• Training, Development & Career Laddering




• Great work-life balance




• Flexible Scheduling