Food Service Worker

We are seeking a Food Service Worker who is responsible for preparing ingredients for recipes, performing other food preparation, serving guests, and other service tasks. Prepares food according to recipes and production guidelines while adhering to food safety, food handling, and sanitation procedures. Essential functions and responsibilities of the position may vary by Johns Hopkins University location based on client requirements and business needs.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Sets up food service, kitchen, or salad area facilities, 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.
• Conveys food and supplies from the main kitchen, bakery, and/or salad preparation area to the serving site either by carrying or by using a cart.
• Follows prescribed procedures in setting up hot and cold food lines; ice cream, yogurt, and/or ice machines; chooses proper utensils and sets the steam line to the appropriate temperature for menu items.
• Prepares or assists in the preparation of hot and cold meat and vegetable dishes, beverages, salads, sandwiches, pie fillings, simple bakery items, salad dressings, and/or other similar food items, as appropriate to the position.
• Serves food items to customers from counters and/or steam tables, in accordance with specific instructions, ensuring that appropriate portions are served, and adds relishes and garnishes according to instructions.
• Replenishes foods, silverware, glassware, dishes, and trays at serving stations; may order and replenish condiments.
• 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.
• May clean, wash, and maintain work areas, including floors, facilities, pots, pans, serviceware, utensils, and equipment; collect and place garbage and trash in designated containers; as appropriate to the area of operation.
• May perform cashiering duties, as required.
• May provide guidance and training to other employees performing related work.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

May be required to perform functions of lower-paid classifications as follows:

• Cook
• Cashier
• Food Service Utility
• Storeroom Receivers

Also, may be required to perform functions of higher-paid classifications in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.

• Previous experience in customer service and food service
• Proven knowledge of baking methods, standards, and food safety regulations such as proper food handling, sanitation, and storage.
• Must be able to obtain a food safety certification.
• Demonstrates basic math and counting skills
• Demonstrates interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Requires occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.

Location Specific Details

• Complies with any required national brand standards.

Additional Information:

• Part-Time and Full-Time Positions: The job requisition includes opportunities for both part-time and full-time positions. Candidates should indicate their preference and availability for either type of employment.
• Benefits Eligibility: Eligibility for benefits will commence for individuals working a minimum of 30 hours per week. Those who meet this requirement will be entitled to the benefits package offered by the organization.
• Availability Consideration: When reviewing the open positions, please carefully consider your availability and ensure that it aligns with the requirements of the role you are interested in. Make sure you can commit to the designated working hours and any schedule variations as needed.
• Bargaining Unit Positions: These job openings fall under the bargaining unit category. Bargaining unit positions typically involve collective bargaining between the employer and a labor union