Job Title: Food Service Worker - Level I (Naomi Family Center)
Type: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Food Service Supervisor

Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities is a Christian ministry dedicated to serving the homeless, poor, and addicted in our community. By meeting physical, spiritual, emotional, and educational needs, our Mission is changing lives!

SUMMARY:
Assists workers engaged in preparing foods and beverages for one or more food service outlets by cleaning work areas, equipment, and utensils, assisting in food preparation, set up, and service, and collection of garbage and trash. Serves a range of hot and cold food items.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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 motorized cart.
• Follows prescribed procedures in setting up hot and cold food lines; chooses proper utensils and sets steam line to appropriate temperature for menu items.
• Mixes ingredients to make dressings, fillings, and spreads; may slice cold meats, cheeses, and vegetables.
• May serve a range of hot and cold food items from counters and steam tables; adds relishes and garnishes according to instructions.
• As needed, replenishes foods, silverware, glassware, dishes, and trays at serving stations; may order and replenish condiments.
• Cleans and maintains work areas, including floors, facilities, utensils, and equipment; collects and places garbage and trash in designated containers.
• Washes pots, pans, and other serviceware ensuring sanitary handling; organizes and replaces serviceware to appropriate location.
• 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.
• Has experience with CACFP and/or SFSP. (Child and Adult Care Food Program/Summer Food Service Program).
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or GED preferred, excellent work history required. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to read and write.
• Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.
• Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
• Knowledge of food service lines set-up and temperature requirements.
• Knowledge of food preparation and presentation methods, techniques, and quality standards.
• Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects.
• Able to support UGM’s statement of Christian faith and share that faith and knowledge with staff and clients.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
Position requires: a) Cleaning and maintaining food service facilities, utensils and equipment; b) collecting and disposing of trash; c) washing pots, pans and other serviceware; d) assisting in food preparation and conveying food to serving site; and e) ability to obtain Minnesota Food Handler's Certificate.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
• Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
   

To apply send resume and cover letter to jobinfo@ugmtc.org or fax to 651-222-7968, Attention Human Resources.

REVISED DATE: 09/09