On Call Food Service Worker - Mental Health 115

Telecare Corporation•Oakland, CA

About The Position

The Food Service Worker assists with the preparation, assembly, and service of food at Gladman, a licensed 40-bed Mental Health Rehabilitation Center providing sub-acute psychiatric treatment to adults 18 and older. The role also helps ensure that dietary and dining areas are clean and comply with sanitary regulations. This is an on-call position with shifts and days varying as needed. The expected starting wage is $23.00. The position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and is subject to union membership requirements upon hire. Pay ranges vary by geographic location, and starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements. The position requires the ability to perform repetitive tasks continuously while maintaining workflow, read and speak English to follow directions, communicate effectively, and work with adults with mental impairments. Fingerprinting and clearance from the Criminal Justice Department are required. The position reports to the Dietary Supervisor, or to the Cook in the Dietary Supervisor’s absence.

Requirements

Ability to read and speak English to follow written and verbal directions.
Good communication skills.
Willingness and ability to perform repetitive tasks continuously while maintaining the specified workflow.
Desire to work with adults with mental impairments.
Must be fingerprinted and receive clearance from the Criminal Justice Department.
Ability to demonstrate knowledge and proper use of equipment and supplies.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience working in food service is preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate the organization’s mission, purpose, values, and beliefs in interactions with clients, the public, and staff.
Perform assigned food-service tasks correctly and according to policies and procedures.
Load and tend the dishwashing machine and hand-wash equipment that cannot be machine-washed.
Assemble prepared food and assist with preparation of salads and desserts.
Deliver and store clean dishes, pots, and utensils in designated areas.
Deliver food to client service areas and assist with serving meals in the cafeteria.
Obtain supplies from food storage areas, the refrigerator, and the freezer; stock food supplies and preparation equipment in storage areas.
Perform assigned cleaning tasks and help keep dietary and dining areas sanitary.
Participate as a team member by reporting observations and concerns and asking appropriate questions.
Demonstrate knowledge of Professional Assault Response Training (PART) principles and use PART concepts to manage aggressive behavior.
Use equipment and supplies properly.
Maintain cooperative working relationships, respond with concern to coworkers, and promote group morale.
Focus on assigned tasks and seek and implement improvements as needed.
Follow the safety program and practice universal precautions.
Interact professionally and respectfully with clients, families, governmental agencies, and the community.
Complete assignments and follow through by expected deadlines.
Follow attendance policies and attend assigned in-service education classes.
Dress appropriately and professionally.