Substitute Food Service Worker

$15.50/hr

Helping people reclaim the life they deserve

At Schenectady Community Action Program (SCAP), we believe in supporting one another as we all work collaboratively towards one common goal - eradicating poverty. By joining our team, you will be joining in the mission to help improve communities, alleviate poverty, and change people's lives. SCAP is an anti-poverty agency dedicated to serving low-income individuals and families who "are in economic, educational or social need.". We recognize the importance of employee satisfaction and will provide you with all the tools you need every step of the way. Here at SCAP, we will provide you with competitive wages, work-life balance, career advancement and an amazing benefits package.

We believe that empowering people is the best way to help families move out of poverty. Come join our team if you're looking to make a positive impact on our local community.

Responsibilities

• Actively assists the Food Service Supervisor with planning menu cycle.
• Prepare/ set up food & utensils correctly, timely & according to the daily menus.
• Receives, checks and dates all incoming food products & paper goods daily and accurately.
• Prepares & stores food in accordance with NYS Health Code requirements.
• Maintains the kitchen/ storage area according to sanitary and safety standards and observes proper personal hygiene/ handing washing requirements at all times.
• Assists with obtaining the proper materials and equipment for the preparation of food and maintenance of the kitchen.
• Assists with monthly inventory and is accurate & timely.
• Responsible for staying up to date on procedures and best practices by attending all trainings as instructed & approved.
• Actively participating and demonstrating the ability to implement new techniques once trained.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid NYS Driver's License and clean driving record.
• Experience working in food service is desirable.
• Ability to read and write without assistance and comprehend program forms, training materials & procedure.
• Physical & Background check required.

If you are a motivated individual and see yourself in this role, please complete our application and we will follow up with you on the next steps of the interview process.

Schenectady Community Action Program is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, gender identification, military status, and without regard to the disability or handicap of qualified people, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.