Food Service Assistant - PT - Evenings

Sanford Health•Algona, IA

4d•$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 processing 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 effective customer service and communication with patrons and coworkers. The position may involve operating food-service and related equipment and requires the ability to work independently when necessary. On-the-job training is provided.

Requirements

Minimum age of 16 years.
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 feet for most of the day and walk long distances.
ServSafe certification may be required within a designated time frame, depending on location.
Basic Life Support (BLS) may be required depending on location requirements.

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 is preferred.

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.
Follow HACCP food-service guidelines and maintain quality control standards.
Provide customer service and communicate effectively with patrons and coworkers.
Operate food-service equipment as needed.