Food Service Worker

Mass General Brigham•Dover, NH

1d•$18 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Worker performs a wide range of duties preparing and/or serving food and beverages in one or more food service environments at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital. The position is per diem and onsite in Dover, New Hampshire, with an evening shift. It does not require patient care. Duties may include setting up food service areas and equipment, transporting food and supplies, preparing food, serving customers, replenishing serving stations, addressing routine equipment and supply issues, and cleaning and maintaining work areas.

Requirements

Food service experience: 2–3 years required.
Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.
Ability to read and write.
Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies.
Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects.
Knowledge of food-service line setup and temperature requirements.
Skill in cooking and preparing a variety of foods.
Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.

Responsibilities

Set up food service, kitchen, or salad area facilities, equipment, and utensils; check food temperatures and prepare areas for daily operations, and operate cooking or bakery equipment when assigned.
Transport food and supplies from the main kitchen, bakery, or salad preparation area to serving locations by carrying them or using a motorized cart.
Set up hot and cold food lines, ice cream, yogurt, and ice machines according to procedures; select appropriate utensils and set steam-line temperatures for menu items.
Prepare or assist with preparing hot and cold meat and vegetable dishes, beverages, salads, sandwiches, pie fillings, simple bakery items, salad dressings, and similar foods as appropriate.
Serve food from counters or steam tables according to instructions, ensuring appropriate portions and adding relishes and garnishes as directed.
Replenish food, silverware, glassware, dishes, and trays at serving stations; order and replenish condiments when needed.
Address day-to-day equipment and food-supply needs; identify and ensure the disposition of spoiled or unattractive food, defective supplies or equipment, and unusual conditions.
Clean, wash, and maintain work areas, floors, facilities, pots, pans, service ware, utensils, and equipment as appropriate; collect and dispose of garbage and trash in designated containers.