Food Service Assistant - Long Term Care - Full Time Days

Sanford Health•Howard Lake, MN

8d•$19 - $23

About The Position

The Food Service Assistant performs food service duties at the Howard Lake Care Center, including monitoring and recording food temperatures, preparing and serving food, setting up and maintaining a clean and sanitized serving area, restocking food areas, cleaning and sanitizing equipment, and taking 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 is scheduled for day shifts from 6:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., with 10 shifts per two-week pay period (65 hours). The schedule includes every other weekend and a holiday rotation.

Requirements

Must be at least 16 years of age.
Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions.
Ability to perform basic math.
Ability to work independently when necessary.
Ability to be on one's feet for most of the day and walk long distances.
Depending on hire location, ServSafe certification may be required within a designated time frame.
Basic Life Support (BLS) may be required depending on location requirements.

Nice To Haves

Food industry experience.
Previous customer service experience.
Experience counting and reconciling money in a retail setting.
Knowledge of food service.
Understanding of food safety and sanitation processes.

Responsibilities

Monitor and record proper food temperatures.
Set up and maintain a clean, 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 food service guidelines and maintain quality control standards.
Provide customer service and communicate effectively with patrons and coworkers.
Establish effective working relationships.