Food Service Worker II

We have an opening for a Food Services Worker 2 at our Chattanooga State campus!

Our Purpose - We support and empower everyone in our community to learn without limits.

Our Values:

- We cultivate an inclusive environment.

- We care about the well-being of each other.

- We instill trust through integrity and transparency.

Position Summary:

Performs a wide range of duties involved with preparing and serving foods in one or more of a variety of food service environments. May perform such duties as preparing salad items, hot foods, and/or cold foods, and/or assisting in the preparation of bakery items, as appropriate to the position. Assist in cleaning work areas, equipment, utensils. Assist in the set up, and service; as appropriate to the area of operation. Serve food to customers and/or perform cashiering duties, as appropriate and other duties as assigned by food service director.  

Holistic Student Support 

• Assists to Promote, Support, and execute all student activity catering events and support students in their food and beverage needs daily. 

• Ensure that services and activities promote accessibility and reflect equity minded practices.  

• Creates partnerships with all campus departments to assist in meeting students’ needs  

Fiscal Stewardship 

• Directly assists Food Service Director with responsible fiscal stewardship of the funds allocated to the Food Service Department  

• Assist in maintaining/monitoring food waste to minimize loss and maximize profit  

Organizational Culture and Inclusive Practices 

• Provides support in the Food Service Department that aligns with the College’s values 

• Promotes the College’s goals related to organizational culture and belongingness and supports the Food Service Department’s efforts to utilize best practices to provide equity-minded services and support for students, faculty, staff and guests.  

•  Supports the Director of Food Services in continuous customer service excellency and the ability to train this to others in an effort to help promote department  

• Supports and helps to maintain an environment that is open, inviting, and professional; takes initiative and seeks advice on improvement. 

Duties and Responsibilities 

1. Sets up food service and kitchen areas, equipment and utensils, under detailed instruction and, in accordance with specific area needs; checks food temperatures and/or prepares areas for daily operations; may operate cooking or bakery equipment as assigned. 

1. Conveys food and supplies from the main kitchen, bakery, and/or salad preparation area to the serving site either by carrying or by utilizing a cart. 

1. Follows prescribed procedures in setting up hot and cold food lines; grill, hot bar, cold food holding equipment, front beverage/condiment line; chooses proper utensils and sets all food equipment to appropriate temperature for menu items. 

1. Prepares or assists in the preparation of hot and cold meat and vegetable dishes, hot bar food items, stocking beverages, salads, sandwiches, simple bakery items, and/or other similar food items, as appropriate to the position. 

1. Serves food items to customers from counters and/or steam tables, in accordance with specific instructions, ensuring that appropriate portions are served, and adds garnishes according to instructions. 

1. Replenishes foods, silverware, plates and cutlery, dishes, and trays at serving stations; replenish all condiments. 

1. 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 with Food Service Director permissions.  

1.  Cleans, washes, and maintains work areas, including spot sweeping floors, facilities, pots, pans, service ware, utensils, and equipment; as appropriate to the area of operation. 

1.  perform cashiering duties, as required. 

1. May provide guidance and training to other employees performing related work when approved by Director.  

1. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. 

Minimum Job Requirements 

• High School or accredited GED; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required 

• 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. 

• Basic knowledge in cooking and preparing a variety of foods. 

• Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards.