Food Service Aide (Part-time)

Macomb County Government

2d•$20 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Under direction, assists in portioning and packing meals for the Meals on Wheels Program, serving lunch to Dining Senior Style participants, scheduling speakers, planning activities and holiday parties, completing program paperwork and cleaning. Other duties as assigned. This position works a shift between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, no weekends or holidays.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Knowledge of utilizing community resources and networks
Agency programs, services, policies and procedures
Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with staff, clients, families, outside professionals, agencies, and the public
Working with diverse populations
Work in an environment which embraces the county’s Dignity Campaign
Effectively speak, write and understand the English language
Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions
Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
Work independently
Conduct oneself with tact and courtesy

Nice To Haves

Previous customer service work experience
Effectively speak, write and understand a language other than English is preferred

Responsibilities

Encourages senior participation by creating a pleasant and friendly atmosphere.
Organizes food service operation as required for Meals on Wheels and Dining Senior Style programs.
Portions and package meals for Meals on Wheels Volunteer Driver pick up.
Serves lunch on-site for Dining Senior Style participants.
Cleans site after lunch, including kitchen and dining room.
Ensures compliance with program policies and procedures, grant service standards, health codes and safety regulations.
Schedules regular speakers and plans activities and special events.
Maintains accurate records of necessary documentation for agency and funding source.
Submits weekly and monthly forms in accordance with established procedures.
Utilizes and operates steam table, coffee pots, refrigerator, stove and an oven, electrical heating units to maintain temperature of food.
Attends staff meetings, in-service or trainings as scheduled.
Recruits volunteers from site when assistance is needed.
Provides information and referrals for Aging Network services as needed.
Performs related duties as assigned.