Food Service Assistant, Full-time

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Mass General Brigham is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing patient care, research, teaching, and community service. They rely on a diverse range of professionals and strive to provide exceptional care through high-performing teams. The Food Service Assistant position is full-time at Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center Brighton, Inc. This role involves a wide range of duties related to preparing and serving foods and beverages in various food service environments, ensuring adherence to specific procedures and quality standards.

Requirements

Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.
Ability to read and write.
Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies.
Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects.
Knowledge of food service lines set-up and temperature requirements.
Skill in cooking and preparing a variety of foods.
Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
2-3 years food service experience preferred
Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.

Responsibilities

Sets up food service, kitchen, or salad area facilities, equipment and utensils, under detailed instruction and, in accordance with specific area needs; checks food temperatures and/or prepares areas for daily operations; may operate cooking or bakery equipment as assigned.
Conveys food and supplies from the main kitchen, bakery, and/or salad preparation area to the serving site either by carrying or by utilizing a motorized cart.
Follows prescribed procedures in setting up hot and cold food lines; ice cream, yogurt, and/or ice machines; chooses proper utensils and sets steam line to appropriate temperature for menu items.
Prepares or assists in the preparation of hot and cold meat and vegetable dishes, beverages, salads, sandwiches, pie fillings, simple bakery items, salad dressings, and/or other similar food items, as appropriate to the position.
Serves food items to customers from counters and/or steam tables, in accordance with specific instructions, ensuring that appropriate portions are served, and adds relishes and garnishes according to instructions.
Replenishes foods, silverware, glassware, dishes, and trays at serving stations; may order and replenish condiments.
Attends to day-to-day problems and needs concerning equipment and food supplies; detects and ensures disposition of spoiled or unattractive food, defective supplies/equipment, and/or other unusual conditions.
May clean, wash and maintain work areas, including floors, facilities, pots, pans, service ware, utensils, and equipment; collects and places garbage and trash in designated containers; as appropriate to the area of operation.