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Food Service Worker I

Job Field: Hospitality Jobs
Location: Texas

JOB SUMMARY:
<P>Job/Position Description
The Food Service Worker I performs routine food service work on a designated shift & rotation in the Central Kitchen and/or at a satellite kitchen/serving area under general supervision. Work involves preparing, portioning, distributing and serving food for regular & therapeutic diets, and sanitation of equipment, work areas, dishes, utensils, pots and pans. Other duties may be required which are related to the functions of the position. Maintain sufficient knowledge of duties to satisfy the requirements of the position. Handle food in accordance with federal, state and HACCP guidelines. Follow kitchen and food safety procedures and practices. May work unusual or extended hours in the event of a disaster or operational necessity.

Essential Job Functions
Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
Assists in the preparation and portioning of food for prescribed diets following food service procedures.
Prepares scheduled snacks and supplements. Maintains supply of snack items.
Participates in the distribution of food in a safe and sanitary manner according to food service policies.
Assists in serving food by following food service procedures.
Follows proper food handling in accordance to food service procedures, state, federal and HACCP guidelines.
Follows procedures for sanitation and storage of the dishes and food service equipment.
Follows required sanitation procedures for cleaning kitchen, stock room, food preparation areas and satellite areas.
Observes safety procedures and practices.



Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications
N/A

Knowledge Skills Abilities
Knowledge of food preparation methods, of food storage standards and sanitation regulations. Skill in the operation and sanitizing of food service equipment.

Ability to prepare and serve food, to clean dining, serving, and food preparation areas according to facility/department standards, and to maintain accurate records.

Ability to speak and read English.

Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

Ability to complete basic math used in cooking/preparation.

Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Ability to stand/walk on hard floors for extended period of time.

Ability to work in hot and/or cold conditions.

Ability to smell, taste, and see. Ability to work harmoniously and productively with co-workers and consumers.



Initial Screening Criteria
6 months work experience, preferably in a food service environment.



Additional Information
Requisition ID# 208922

All applicants must pass: pre-employment drug screen, fingerprint criminal background check, and Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Employee Misconduct Registry and Nurse/Aide Registry checks. Males between the ages of 18 A
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