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Chicago, IL · On-site

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Food Services Assistant

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Chicago, IL • On-site

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

Part-time

Medical, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Food Service Assistant
FLSA Code: Non- Exempt, part-time (hourly)
Reports to: Director, Food Services
Hours: Up to 28 hours/week
Shift: Monday – Thursday, 7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. and Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Program Area: Food Services; Adult Service Network (ASN)
Location: Adult Center
  • Women’s Center, 3330 W. Carroll Ave, Chicago, IL 60624
  • Men’s Center, 402 N. St. Louis, Ave, Chicago, IL 60624
POSITION SUMMARY
The Food Service Assistant cooks and provides meals in a shelter environment to guests who are currently homeless. The Food Service Assistant works with the Director and other Food Service Assistants to develop menus dependent upon available ingredients, prepare nutritious meals, and ensure a clean and sanitary kitchen. The position requires the ability to be pleasant, patient, compassionate and consistent with guests, volunteers and colleagues.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / FUNCTIONS
  • Plan and prepare meals by developing new or analyzing existing recipes and ordering ingredients as necessary.
  • Cook, assemble and serve meals according to safe food handling procedures and verify doneness and taste of all prepared foods.
  • Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen and pantry area by adhering to state and local sanitation requirements and codes.
  • Handle receiving and food storage according to food safety regulations including rotation of products in inventory.
  • Monitor inventory and follow appropriate guidelines for replenishment.
  • Maintain supplies inventory by checking stock, anticipating needs, and placing and expediting orders. Must verify all receipts and provide accurate record keeping.
  • Timely reporting of maintenance issues with facility equipment, such as ovens, refrigerator, sinks, etc.
  • Train and orientate volunteers to create a successful volunteer experience.
  • Complete required documentation and record keeping using Breakthrough’s data tracking and volunteer management systems.
  • Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance and the ability to create and maintain collaborative, harmonious working relationships with others.
  • Completes any other related tasks and responsibilities as assigned.
Demonstrated Values
  • Independently follows agency policy and procedures
  • Follows through with commitments including meeting established timelines
  • Identifies and resolves difficult and complex issues effectively
  • Project a professional demeanor, appearance and image to all internal and external customers ensuring proper grooming
  • Demonstrate exceptional customer service in all interactions
  • Works effectively with diverse staff, communities and population served
  • Maintain a high degree of sensitivity, tact, and diplomacy during stressful situations.
  • A passion for the mission of Breakthrough

QUALIFICATIONS
  • High School diploma or equivalent; some college coursework preferred.
  • Two years of related cooking experience.
  • Be at least 21 years old.
  • Have Food amp; Safety Sanitation license or obtain one within 30 days of hire.
  • Detail-oriented with excellent administrative and organizational skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Hospitality mindset: welcoming, relational, adaptable.
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
  • Must have a basic knowledge of kitchen organization and utensil care.
  • Ability to work independently and as a part of a collaborative team
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
  • Must have the ability to use initiative, discretion and independent judgment in making decisions.
  • Ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, professionalism, and problem-solving ability.
  • Ability to display a warm, supportive attitude toward all people.
  • Ability to demonstrate initiative and follow through and be comfortable working in a changing environment.
  • Demonstrates willingness to consistently improve work performance through their relationship and guidance.
  • Must possess an accurate and informed understanding of cultural and urban realities, especially related to families, poverty, and community development.
  • Outstanding attitude, willingness to learn and grow, and capacity to excel in our collaborative environment.

SUPERVISION
  • Direction received from the Director, Food Services
  • Does not supervise any employees

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk and/or sit; use hands and fingers to feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; regularly talk or hear. The employee must be able to bend, stoop, pull, lift as well as have overhead extension of arms. Must be able to stand for long periods of time; be able to lift, carry or move at least 50 pounds. Must adhere to proper handling and lifting techniques. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work in an office located in a multi-purpose facility and/or outdoors and thus will be exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be high depending on the activities in the facility.

Equipment Used
The employee will generally use general office equipment including but not limited to telephone, computer, calculator, copier, overhead projector, paper shredder, paper cutter, and filing systems.
Safety Requirements
Prior to the first day of work, must complete a criminal background and sex offender clearance
BENEFITS
  • Sick leave - Part-time employees in this position are eligible for 1 hour of sick pay for every 35 hours worked in a pay period. This leave can be used for medical and safety reasons.
  • Paid leave - Part-time employees in this position are eligible for 1 hour of paid pay for every 35 hours worked in a pay period. This leave can be used for any reason.
COMPENSATION
The actual salary within the range is determined by many factors including but not limited to skills, experience, education and internal equity.
$19-$20/hour
Breakthrough is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factors. If a reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact us at HR@breakthrough.org. The decision to grant reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

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