Food Service Assistant - PRN

Sanford Health•Saint Ansgar, IA
•$15 - $23

About The Position

The Food Service Assistant performs food service duties, including monitoring and recording food temperatures, setting up and maintaining a clean and sanitized serving area, preparing and serving food, restocking food areas, cleaning and sanitizing equipment, and accepting payment for food and beverages using a computerized register. The role follows Hazardous Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines, maintains quality control standards, and provides outstanding customer service while communicating effectively with patrons and coworkers. The position may involve operating food preparation, beverage, cash register, dishwashing, refrigeration, and other related equipment. On-the-job training is provided. Depending on the location, ServSafe certification may need to be obtained within a designated timeframe, and Basic Life Support may be required.

Requirements

  • Minimum age of 16.
  • Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions.
  • Ability to perform basic math.
  • Ability to work independently when necessary.
  • Understanding of food safety and sanitation processes.
  • Ability to remain on one's feet for most of the day and walk long distances.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous customer service experience.
  • Experience with retail counting and reconciliation of money.
  • Knowledge of food service.
  • Experience working in the food industry.
  • ServSafe certification, depending on location; may be required within a designated timeframe.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS), if required by location.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor and record proper food temperatures.
  • Set up and maintain a clean and sanitized serving area.
  • Prepare and serve food items.
  • Restock food areas.
  • Clean and sanitize equipment.
  • Receive payment for food and beverages using a computerized register.
  • Comply with HACCP guidelines for food service.
  • Provide customer service and communicate effectively with patrons and coworkers.
  • Maintain quality control standards.
  • Establish effective working relationships.

Benefits

  • Generous night and weekend shift differentials.
  • Advancement opportunities.
  • Various education assistance programs.
  • Continuing education.
  • Direct access to earnings daily.
  • Robust benefits package; benefits vary based on full-time or part-time status.
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