Food Service Worker

Triumph Treatment Services•Buena, WA

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Chef Manager and Director of Project Management, a Food Service Worker's main duty is to prepare nutritious and appealing meals and snacks for clients, including hot entrees following a cycle menu. They are responsible for maintaining cleanliness in the dish room, washing dishes, utensils, pots, and pans, disposing of trash, and cleaning and upkeeping food service areas as instructed. Food Service Workers prepare food based on standardized menus, recipes, or verbal instructions from the Chef Manager, ensuring timely and hygienic food preparation while prioritizing exceptional customer service.

Requirements

Food services and cooking experience required.
High School diploma or GED preferred.

Nice To Haves

Batch cooking experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Proficiently prepare batch-cooked hot entrees, side dishes, and baked goods as outlined in the rotating menu schedule. Serve clients accurately portioned meals. Transport meals from the central kitchen to client facilities, as needed.
Ensure strict compliance with HACCP procedures and regulations set forth by the Department of Health and Health District, particularly concerning sanitation, hygiene, food handling, storage, and refrigeration/freezer temperatures.
Monitor and record temperatures in HACCP logs for various stages, including refrigeration, cooked food, holding food, delivery, arrival, sanitation, and food cooling.
Communicate product needs to Chef Manager, inspect delivered supplies for type, quantity, and quality.
Perform dishwashing and kitchen cleaning duties in accordance with health department regulations, including sanitizing cookware and service items.
Maintain cleanliness in serving areas, including sweeping, mopping, spill cleanup, trash removal, tray washing, and dish stacking.
Receive and properly store incoming shipments within two hours of delivery, adhering to FIFO stock rotation principles, and label and date products accordingly.
Ensure overall cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, including appliances, floors, walls, storage areas, freezers, and refrigerators.
Engage as an integral team member in supporting the recovery journey of clients under our care.
Work closely with the Chef Manager and program staff to address special dietary needs and modify standard menu items as necessary for clients with food allergies or specific dietary requirements, adhering to provided special menus.