Food Service Assistant, Long Term Care - Part-time Evening

Sanford Health•Indianola, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States, with nearly 50,000 members dedicated to health and healing. The Good Samaritan Indianola, a large non-profit provider of senior services, is seeking a compassionate, trustworthy, and dependable Food Service Assistant to join their center family. This part-time evening position involves various duties related to food service in a long-term care setting.

Requirements

Minimum of 16 years of age
Possesses ability to work independently when necessary
Possesses an understanding of food safety and sanitation processes
Demonstrates ability to be on feet for the majority of the day and walk far distances
Possesses ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions
Ability to perform basic math
On-the-job training will be provided
Serv Safe may be required to obtain within a designated time frame (depending upon location of hire)
Basic Life Support (BLS) may be required depending upon location requirements

Nice To Haves

Previous customer service experience
Retail counting and reconciliation of money
Knowledge of food service
Experience working in the food industry

Responsibilities

Monitoring and recording proper temperature of food
Setting up and maintaining a clean and sanitized serving area
Preparing and serving food items
Restocking food areas
Cleaning and sanitizing equipment
Receiving payment for food and beverages using a computerized register
Complies with Hazardous Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines for food service
Provides outstanding customer service and effectively communicates with patrons and co-workers
Demonstrates ability to establish effective working relationships
Maintains quality control standards
May operate equipment such as, but not limited to, grills, beverage machines, toasters, ice cream dispensers, cash registers, computerized cash registers, steam equipment, dishwashers, telephones, refrigerators and freezers