Food Service Worker

Eckerd Connects • Albany, GA

33d • $17 - $17 • Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Worker reports to the Food Service Supervisor or designee and is an hourly, non-exempt position. The Food Service Worker is responsible for maintaining good housekeeping in the kitchen and dining areas. In addition, assists in the serving and preparation of food. The Food Service Worker assists the cook in the preparation of food, number of students expected, and monitoring stockroom commodities. Job Corps is the largest nationwide residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 60 years. The program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess or be able to obtain ServSafe food safety certification.
• Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a nationwide criminal background check.
• Well-developed habits of personal cleanliness and hygiene.
• Must meet state or local food handling requirements, whichever are more restrictive.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must maintain CPR/First Aid certification.
• Ability to effectively relate to trainee population.
• Position requires an ability to operate office equipment.
• Ability to interact with team members and maintain an effective working relationship with all facility staff and departments.

Nice To Haves

• Three to six months’ food preparation training and related food service work experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining good housekeeping in the kitchen and dining areas.
• Assisting in the serving and preparation of food.
• Assisting the cook in the preparation of food, number of students expected, and monitoring stockroom commodities.
• Serving food; may make coffee, tea and other beverages or salads and salad dressings.
• Cleaning food service area, tables and kitchen equipment and appliances, and ensures proper floor care.
• Operating dish-washing equipment to ensure dishes and utensils are cleaned and sanitized.
• Cleaning and checking kitchen service equipment, and ensures work area is safe, clean, and sanitary.
• Replenishing napkin dispensers, plate and silverware racks, filling salt and pepper shakers, condiments, etc.

Benefits

• 9 days of Vacation in the first year of service
• Minimum of 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
• Workers Compensation
• AD&D Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED