Every TAP employee shares in TAP’s responsibility to “Mobilize Community Resources” in support of TAP’s anti-poverty efforts. DEFINITION AND PURPOSE : Perform varied food service tasks, including cooking, assisting cooks in the preparation of food, food products, serving, packaging of food, cleaning equipment, facilities, washing dishes, pots, containers, silverware, and transferring of stock. Drive and deliver food to centers. Work in center to fill in as Center Lunch Aide as needed. Will work under supervision and will be given detailed instructions on assignments that are not routine. Work is reviewed through observation and inspection. ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS : Supervised by: Food Service Manager Supervises: No one Coordinates with: Lead Cook and other kitchen staff RESPONSIBILITIES : Assists Food Production Assistant in taking inventory and maintaining stock, as scheduled. Assists in receiving and stocking orders from vendors. Assists in preparation and cooking of meats, vegetables, fruits, and other foods, daily. Cleans floor and packaging area daily. Cleans storage (dry), freezers and refrigerators, weekly. Carries food to/from stockroom, freezer and refrigerators, daily. Cleans kitchen and food service equipment daily. Cleans staff lounge, conference room, and bathrooms as needed. Opens food cartons and crates upon receiving. Packs food cartons and crates upon receiving. Prepares food for delivery daily. Prepares food transport containers for packaging/delivery daily. Drives van or truck to deliver food to centers daily. Drives van to pick up supplies from various locations as requested. Takes van to get gas and to maintenance appointments. Cleans vans weekly and as needed. Takes out trash, cleans trash containers daily. Assists with laundry for the kitchen. Works as a team member with other kitchen personnel. Completes Serve Safe Manager Training within 30 days of employment. Performs other duties as assigned and required. ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to learn repetitive tasks quickly. TRAINING, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or GED Must have a minimum of six months experience in food service operations At TAP, we focus on the Whole Family Approach. Whole Family is a family led strategy to achieve set goals. As an employee you may be required to attend Whole Family training and subject to data entry into the agency’s software as part of the Whole Family approach and serving clients SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must have a valid Virginia Operator’s license with a good driving record and reliable transportation. TAP participates in the Virginia DMV Driver Alert Program. Employees who operate a TAP vehicle or their personal vehicle to conduct TAP business may be subject to driver record monitoring through the Virginia DMV Driver Alert Program. Must pass drug screening. Some positions require positive complete background screening including: criminal, sex offender and child protective services. Physical activity of this position – climbing; ascending and descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like; balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, use of fingers for – picking, pinching and typing; grasping, feeling, hearing, talking, repetitive motion of the wrists, hand, and/or fingers. Physical requirements of this position – very heavy work; exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Visual acuity requirements – worker must have visual acuity to operate a motor vehicle and/or heavy equipment. Condition subject to in this position – atmospheric conditions; one or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mist, gases or poor ventilation. This description provides information regarding the essential functions of the designated job, and general nature and level of work associated with the job. It should not be interpreted to describe all the duties that may be required of such employees or be used to limit the nature and extent of assignments such an individual may be given. We only hire individuals legally eligible for employment in the United States. Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace Bilingual Ability is a plus Job Type: Full-time Pay: $15.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance Day range: Monday to Friday Work Location: In person
Salary: $15 an hour
Employment Type: Full-time
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