Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $22.00
Work Schedule
On-call
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Flexible Schedule
On call shifts
Paid overtime opportunities
Work environment diversity
Professional development opportunities
Community service involvement
Employee support programs
Job Description
Polk County is a reputable public institution dedicated to serving its community by providing essential services with integrity, equity, and professionalism. As one of the nation’s most innovative public institutions, Polk County prides itself on fostering a diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment that upholds equal opportunity for all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, or any other protected characteristics by law. The county’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion underpins its ability to effectively serve... Show More
Job Requirements
- candidate must pass a post employment offer physical exam and physical capacity examination
- candidate must pass criminal history record check through Iowa Department of Criminal Investigation
- candidate must pass child and adult abuse record check through Iowa Department of Human Services
- criminal background check required
- drug screening required prior to final offer
- ability to work evenings nights weekends and holidays as required
- ability to work overtime with minimal advance notice
- ability to operate an agency van safely
Job Qualifications
- formal training in food service or meal preparation
- six to twelve months of experience in a large or medium scale institutional food service operation
- knowledge of food safety handling storage and serving temperatures
- proficiency in operating kitchen equipment including ovens grills steam tables fryers deep fryers slicers mixers graters and blenders
- ability to read and follow recipes menus instructions and procedures
- ability to measure ingredients accurately
- knowledge of USDA dietary standards and child nutrition requirements
- ability to prepare wholesome appetizing meals
- ability to adjust ingredient quantities and substitute ingredients
- ability to lift and carry items up to 50 pounds
- ability to stand for extended periods
- valid State of Iowa driver’s license
Job Duties
- prepares a variety of foods including foods for special dietary needs such as meat vegetables salads desserts and soup using various cooking methods
- measures ingredients to ensure use of proper amounts in recipes
- operates and maintains kitchen equipment including ovens grills steam tables fryers deep fryers slicers mixers graters and blenders
- monitors food temperature to ensure safe serving and storage
- stocks and retrieves food from shelves and walk in freezer or refrigerator
- sanitizes kitchen equipment appliances utensils floors walls counters tables trays and food carts to comply with health and safety regulations
- serves portions of food on trays or assembly line to serve correct amount and type of food
- assists in maintaining safety and security by monitoring resident movements accounting for kitchen equipment utensils and supplies to prevent unauthorized removal
- identifies and reports potential safety hazards or security breaches
- assists in preparing and planning menus and ordering food and supplies
- performs related duties as required
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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