Food Services Associate

Principle Bussiness Enterprises • Dunbridge, OH

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About The Position

The Food Services Associate supports the Head Chef and Food Services team in delivering a high-quality dining experience for employees and guests. The position assists with food preparation and service, kitchen operations, and maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment. The scheduled hours are 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Candidates must be available for the full posted schedule; part-time or alternative schedules are not available. This is an hourly position paying $19.00 per hour.

The role assists with preparing and serving meals and snacks, catering for meetings and company events, managing food storage and inventory, operating a cash register, washing dishes, and upholding food safety and sanitation standards. It also includes cleaning and organizing kitchen and dining areas, inspecting break rooms, communicating supply needs, and delivering third-shift lunches. The associate is expected to work effectively independently and with a team, respond positively to coaching, maintain quality and service standards, and embody PBE’s Core Values. Other duties may be assigned.

Principle Business Enterprises, Inc. (PBE) is a family-run, value-driven organization committed to improving lives. The company has served the healthcare field for over 60 years and has spent more than 30 years developing incontinence and moisture management solutions. PBE describes its workplace as supportive, with an emphasis on safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; the company cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa. PBE is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations throughout the application and hiring process.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of experience preparing food for large groups and working with a variety of food types and recipes.
• Proficiency in safely using knives and commercial kitchen equipment.
• Experience maintaining cleanliness and organization in a commercial kitchen environment.
• Strong customer service skills and a welcoming, respectful, and professional demeanor.
• Ability to work independently, anticipate needs, and proactively manage responsibilities.
• Availability to work the full posted schedule of 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday; part-time or alternative schedules are not available.
• Willingness to work occasional additional hours to support company events and special functions.
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods; use hands to handle tools, equipment, and supplies; and reach, bend, stoop, kneel, and crouch as required.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 50 pounds.
• Maintain a neat and professional appearance. Recommended attire includes black or blue pants or capris (no skirts or shorts) and non-slip shoes; hair must be restrained with a hat or hairnet, and nails must meet food-service hygiene standards.
• Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship or transfer is not available.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Culinary Arts or a related field.
• Current ServSafe Certification (copy required upon hire) or willingness to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing and serving daily meals and snacks for employees and visitors, including estimating food consumption, meal planning, purchasing ingredients, food preparation, and customer service.
• Prepare and deliver food, beverages, and snacks for meetings, training sessions, and other company events as needed.
• Maintain proper food storage, rotate inventory using the First In, First Out (FIFO) method, and ensure food is used before its expiration date.
• Operate the touch-screen cash register and accurately process transactions.
• Wash dishes throughout the day to maintain a clean kitchen and adequate supplies of utensils, cookware, and serving items.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, and quality standards, including sanitizing work surfaces, labeling prepared food with preparation dates and initials, and appropriately wearing and changing food-service gloves.
• Clean refrigerators, ice machines, water coolers, coffee makers, and other kitchen equipment at least twice a week.
• Maintain clean and organized dining, conference room, and kitchen areas daily; refill supplies and clean shared workspaces, including the computer bar and keyboards/screens.
• Inspect the Courtyard and Southview break rooms daily for cleanliness, adequate supplies, and proper food storage; check expiration dates and clean refrigerators as needed.
• Communicate inventory and supply needs to the Head Chef and update shopping and ordering lists.
• Deliver third-shift lunches to designated locations.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude, openness to learning, and willingness to receive coaching and feedback.
• Work with a sense of urgency while maintaining quality, safety, and customer service standards.
• Function effectively independently and as part of a team.
• Embody PBE’s Core Values: Customer Focus, Continuous Improvement, Teamwork, Commitment, Engagement, Growth & Development, and Excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Excellent health benefits, including free access to onsite and local health clinics.
• Paid personal and vacation time.
• Annual profit-sharing bonus.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Company-paid disability insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance.

What This Job Offers

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