Food Service Assistant

Overview

POSITION:
Food Service Assistant

PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT: GAP Kitchen

REPORTS TO:

Sous Chef

SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION:
Yes

STATUS: PT or FT / Hourly / Exempt from Overtime

HOURS WORKED:
Varies, includes nights and weekends

PAY:
Starts at minimum wage (DOEE)

The dish and general utility position is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards for the kitchen and its tools using manual cleaning methods. This position also ensures the dishwashing area is maintained as a clean, safe, and sanitary facility. Delivery of meals and catering events are also a part of this important job.

• Exemplify and support the Mission, Mission Statements and Core Values of GAP Ministries.
• Demonstrate GAP Ministries’ attributes of an effective culture champion which include servant leadership, communication, respect, accountability, integrity, teamwork and positive attitude.
• Comply with GAP Ministries’ Code of Conduct and Ethics and HIPAA privacy and confidentiality requirements.

The primary duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Follow GAP kitchens standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the position.
• Sorting, washing, rinsing and sanitizing dirty dishes, glass, tableware and other cooking utensils.
• Sort and stack clean dishes; place them upside down (when applicable) in their designated location(s), or where they are stored.
• Wash pots, pans, and trays by hand (manually).
• Remove trash and garbage to the dumpster/recycle or compactor.
• Set-up and break-down dishwashing area.
• Ensure proper temperature and planned preventative maintenance (PPM) of the sinks are maintained and recorded as per the SOP.
• Fill/empty soak tubs with cleaning and sanitizing solutions.
• Sweep/mop floors.
• Clean fridges, freezers, food storage containers as requested or needed.
• Deliver meals as requested by the chef/sous chef, including all meal periods and catering events as scheduled.
• Assist with the setup, monitoring and breakdown of catering events as requested.
• Motivate and assist in leading volunteers, students and co-workers to promote a positive environment.
• Represent GAP to the public in a positive, professional and responsible manner; this includes co-workers, interns, volunteers and/or students.
• Teach students how to properly perform tasks, as outlined by the chef/sous chef.
• Personally grow in leadership and spiritual life, including conducting yourself professionally and ethically.
• Follow the agency chain of command in a responsible and supportive manner. Be able to accept constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement.
• Assist with prep work as needed.
• Provide input on, at least, annual reviews for self, manager, and peers.
• Perform other appropriate tasks as assigned or requested by management.

• Must be able to read labels on chemicals.
• Knowledge of workplace safety procedures.
• Ability to maintain professional demeanor in high-stress situations.
• Be physically fit to perform job requirements and functions.
• Have personal attitude, conduct and standards representing those qualities and values reflected in the ministry that young adults and others can respect and emulate.
• Be able to respect and work cooperatively with a variety of persons, including coworkers, board members, program clients, representatives of social service agencies, the public, and volunteers.
• Have the ability to stay calm in tense situations and utilize common sense and logic.

• Successfully pass FBI Fingerprint Clearance check and obtain a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card needed prior to or within 30 days of hire.
• Successful clearance of criminal background check(s) and CBC background check through Central Registry in Arizona, prior to or within 30 days of hire.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must have a valid driver license in effect for at least 3 years, meet the insurability requirements of GAP Ministries and provide a 60-month safe driving record (MVR) from Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Must pass mandatory tuberculosis and drug screen as required by GAP Ministries and/or appropriate licensing authority if requested.
• Agree to flexible hours. Primary purpose is to support the ministry as needed. Flexibility and reliability are critical in meeting ministry requirements.
• Be able to perform various physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs, lifting and/or carrying bags/boxes with and without assistance, kneeling, bending, stooping and lifting as needed. Required standing for extensive periods of time. Obtain a SERV Safe manager certification needed prior or within 30 days of hire.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. The employee is regularly required to walk and stand during the entire…