Food Service Worker (Ottumwa Campus - Full-Time or Part-Time)

Indian Hills Community College•Ottumwa Main Campus, IA

About The Position

The Food Service Worker supports the daily operation of the college kitchen and serving area, including food preparation, customer service, cleaning, cash register operation, and opening and closing procedures. The role prepares and serves a variety of menu items, helps deliver and serve caterings, and assists with special events such as banquets. It also includes monitoring and training college student workers and maintaining accurate records, including their hours worked. The position requires a valid driver's license and may involve travel up to 25% to the Centerville Campus. A company vehicle is available most times for travel. The assigned work location may change as needed. The position is offered in full-time and part-time schedules: full-time is 36 hours per week with benefits offered, and part-time is 24 hours per week. Schedules vary. This is an essential, non-exempt Auxiliary Support Level II position, funded through traditional funding and employed at will under a letter of employment. Employment length is listed as 3 Term.

Requirements

Be clean, dependable, and customer service oriented.
Have strong knowledge of proper food handling procedures.
Be capable of preparing and serving a variety of menus with minimum supervision.
Be able to lift over 50 pounds.
Must have and keep current a Serve Safe Certification, or obtain it within 60 days of employment.
Have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

Assist with the operation of college dining services.
Perform food preparation and customer service functions, including preparing main entrees, side dishes, and desserts.
Assist with preparing, delivering, and serving caterings and other special events.
Operate the cash register.
Complete opening and closing procedures.
Monitor college student workers, including recording their hours worked, and provide training.
Clean kitchen equipment and appliances and assist with washing dishes, utensils, pots, and pans.
Maintain organization, stock rotation, and cleanliness in the kitchen, storerooms, coolers, freezers, service area, and dining area.
Store food, paper supplies, and chemicals in accordance with applicable health laws.
Monitor food appearance, quality, and portion control.
Receive and validate food deliveries from vendors.
Maintain accurate records required by the college and Food Service Department.
Maintain friendly, positive, and professional relationships with patrons, coworkers, and colleagues.
Maintain regular and consistent attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned.