Food Service Handler

I. JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Director of Food Services, the Food Service Specialist participates in ordering, planning, preparing, and serving food to maintain quality food service for the Agency.

• Prepare and serve food to ensure acceptable food products and service.
• Assist in the maintenance of health, safety and sanitation standards.
• Participate in determining inventory needs and order food and supplies.
• Oversee the cleaning, maintenance and security of the food service department.
• Maintain daily records and prepare related reports.
• Under the guidance of the Director of Food Service, develop menus and monitor food and service standards to ensure meal quality and compliance with governmental regulations and guidelines.
• Coordinate the activities related to food preparation regarding correct amounts and time/cost factors.
• Coordinate special activities and dinners for the food service program.
• Maintain the daily operations of the Food Service program in the absence of the Director of Food Service.
• Demonstrate commitment to the social sector with a passion for MCHS’s mission and vision.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• At least one year of related work experience in food service production and inventory maintenance.
• One year of college, technical, vocational, or trade school preferred.
• Must meet the State’s Moral Character standard.
• Serv Safe Certification preferred.
• Drivers license required.

• Computer and software applications (All MS Office, Adobe Suites, Website Development).
• Knowledge of Michigan standards for food service-related standards and regulations.

• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with agency staff and vendors.
• Demonstrate leadership and integrity.
• Manage time and multiple priorities; meet deadlines.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow staff members.
• Be collaborative and flexible, with a strong service mentality.
• Attend training and travel offsite for meetings and seminars.

The work environment described here is representative of that which an employee will typically encounter during a normal shift. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work will be conducted in a kitchen environment in which one may encounter temperatures ranging from 32 degrees to 425 degrees around equipment. May occasionally walk on slippery surfaces.

Noise level in the work environment is frequently loud.

MCHS is an equal opportunity employer where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected characteristics as established by law. This policy extends to all policies and procedures related to the recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.

Further, this description is a summary of the responsibilities, duties, skills, experience, abilities, and qualifications associated with this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may be changed at any time at the discretion of the CEO. Employment is still considered at-will in which MCHS may with or without notice and with or without reason terminate employment. MCHS reserves the right to modify job duties or job descriptions at any time.