Full-Time Food Service Assistant (Tuesday - Saturday 10:00am to 6:00pm)

Location: Nashville

Classification: Full-time, non-exempt

Schedule

Day shift – Must be able to work weekends. Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.

About the Role

Mission: To provide a continuum of evidence‑based substance abuse and mental health services for women in an environment of faith and healing to restore hope and a lifetime of recovery.

Summary: Ensure that all food‑related operations and storage are safe and clean according to TN Health Department guidelines. Assist the Food Service Manager with all kitchen operations, including purchasing, inventory, daily meal plans, food preparation, cooking, serving and cleaning.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals in large quantities to feed 40‑100 clients.
• Complete cleaning of kitchen and dining room after meal service.
• Receive and put away food deliveries according to FIFO best practices.
• Assist with monthly inventory of all food and kitchen supplies.
• Ensure that kitchen and dining room are clean and sanitized at all times, and that Health Code Standards are followed.
• Enforce kitchen safety and cleanliness guidelines with all residents who utilize or assist in the kitchen.
• Work closely with Case Managers to coordinate resident attendance for kitchen orientation and kitchen chores as assigned.
• Work closely with Volunteers to show appreciation and enhance their experience with TNDR and clients.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• 1‑year minimum comparable experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Self‑motivated and able to make quality, ethical decisions independently.
• Ability to perform essential functions satisfactorily.

Professional Standards

• Honor the agency mission and consistently treat residents and co‑workers with utmost respect.
• Maintain confidentiality of all staff, resident, diagnosis, and group information.
• Model ethical and professional behavior at all times.
• Participate in ongoing meetings and trainings as required.
• Contribute ideas for improving service quality and environment.
• Live and encourage the core values: Love, Faith, Hope, Wholeness, Community, Respect, Encouragement.