Position: Food Service Assistant
FLSA Classification
Non-Exempt
Reports to
Food Service Manager
Summary/objective
The food service assistant is responsible for assisting the food service manager. Most of the duties revolve around preparing ingredients, cutting or washing meat and vegetables, and performing basic cooking tasks such as boiling and frying. A food service assistant is also responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen, washing used materials, sanitizing utensils, organizing food inventory. Other tasks include unloading deliveries of food supplies and sorting the ingredients accordingly.
Essential functions
- Assist with the preparation of and the serving of all meals and beverages to clients ensuring great customer service at all times
- Ensuring that the kitchen and service areas are clean and tidy, assisting with waste removal and washing up
- Ensuring health and safety regulations are followed
- Completing any administration as requested including food temperatures, wastage and cleaning schedules
- Assisting in the effective management of stock and portion control
- Attendance is required
Supervisory responsibilities
N/A
Work environment
Office/Agency/Kitchen setting
Physical demands
- Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Required education and experience
- Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED. Some college education a plus
- Minimum of one year food service and kitchen operation experience
- Minimum of one year’s sobriety (if recovering)
- Possess or obtain a valid 1st Aid/ CPR certification
- Must obtain and maintain a Food Handlers card and Safeserv certification
- Ability and willingness to work in a manner which will not needlessly endanger the safety of one’s self, other persons or equipment.
- Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with fellow workers, residents and the general public.
Additional eligibility requirements
- Covid-19 vaccination per agency policy requirements
- Provide official education transcript
Other duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Learn more about Mariners Inn, go to our website at www.marinersinn.org.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift:
Weekly day range:
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Food & Beverage Occupations: 1 year (Required)
Shift availability:
Ability to Relocate:
- Detroit, MI 48201: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person