Food Services Assistant

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TITLE: Food Preparation Volunteer

REPORTS TO: Coordinator of Homeless Youth Programs

JOB SUMMARY:

Someone that assists with cleaning, preparing, and serving items on the menu to the youth at SafeZone.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Clean work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
• Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
• Prepare a variety of foods according to clients' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures.
• Package take-out foods and/or serve food to clients.
• Portion and wrap the food, or place it directly on plates for service to clients.
• Place food trays over food warmers for immediate service, or store them in refrigerated storage cabinets.
• Inform supervisors when supplies are getting low or equipment is not working properly.
• Weigh or measure ingredients.
• Clean and rearrange fridge.
• Prepare food for the day's meals at 1:00 and 4:00 p.m.
• Prepare snacks/sandwiches for youth to take on the go.

Position Qualifications & Typical Physical Demands And Working Conditions:

• Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen
• A team player with good communication skills
• Very good physical condition and endurance
• Training from a culinary school will be an asset
• Commitment to the volunteer opportunity