Food Service Worker - Kitchen

County Of Riverside • Moreno Valley, CA

406d • Onsite

About The Position

The County of Riverside's University Health System - Medical Center is seeking a Food Service Worker to join their Kitchen team. This entry-level position involves performing routine tasks related to food preparation and serving, maintaining cleanliness in kitchen areas, and assisting with various food service duties under supervision. The role requires reliability, flexibility, and a genuine interest in a long-term food service career.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or attainment of a satisfactory score on a G.E.D. test.
• Must possess a valid Food Handler's Card issued by County of Riverside.
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions in English.
• Ability to maintain simple records and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull heavy objects.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff and patients.

Responsibilities

• Load carts for serving in various units and push loaded food carts from kitchen to patient units, returning carts to kitchen.
• Serve guests in the Cafeteria or Coffee Shop and utilize cash register for sales.
• Pick up dirty trays, dishes, glasses, and eating utensils in various units.
• Help cooks and bakers keep area clean and clean serving areas and tables.
• Assist in setting up and serving special dinners and fill condiment containers.
• Scrape and rinse dishes, load dishwasher, and operate dishwashing machine.
• Wash dishes, carts, pots, pans, and equipment.
• Assist in unloading, lifting, and carrying foodstuffs from trucks and warehouse, placing items in designated areas.
• May assist Senior Food Service Workers in performing more skilled duties, such as setting up tray line and serving on tray line.
• Prepare trays for serving to patients and maintain simple records, including taking and recording food temperatures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Repair and Maintenance
• Education Level: High school or GED