Food Service Worker II

About the role

Performs a wide range of duties involved with preparing and/or serving foods and beverages in one or more of a variety of food service environments.

Responsibilities

• Sets up food service, kitchen, or salad area facilities, equipment and utensils, under detailed instruction and, in accordance with specific area needs;
• Checks food temperatures and/or prepares areas for daily operations;
• Operates cooking or bakery equipment as assigned;
• Covers food and supplies from the main kitchen, bakery, and/or salad preparation area to the serving site either by carrying or by utilizing a motorized cart;
• Follows prescribed procedures in setting up hot and cold food lines; ice cream, yogurt, and/or ice machines; chooses proper utensils and sets steam line to appropriate temperature for menu items;
• Prepares or assists in the preparation of hot and cold meat and vegetable dishes, beverages, salads, sandwiches, pie fillings, simple bakery items, salad dressings, and/or other similar food items, as appropriate to the position;
• Serves food items to customers from counters and/or steam tables, in accordance with specific instructions, ensuring that appropriate portions are served, and adds relishes and garnishes according to instructions;
• Replenishes foods, silverware, glassware, dishes, and trays at serving stations; may order and replenish condiments;
• Attends to day-to-day problems and needs concerning equipment and food supplies; detects and ensures disposition of spoiled or unattractive food, defective supplies/equipment, and/or other unusual conditions;
• Cleans, washes and maintains work areas, including floors, facilities, pots, pans, service ware, utensils, and equipment; collects and places garbage and trash in designated containers; as appropriate to the area of operation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required;
• Experience food service experience 2-3 years required;
• Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control;
• Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions;
• Ability to read and write;
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures;
• Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies;
• Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects;
• Knowledge of food service lines set-up and temperature requirements;
• Skill in cooking and preparing a variety of foods;
• Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards.