The Food Service/Kitchen Assistant/Server assists provides comprehensive food services for Springside at Seneca. Duties include, but are not limited to: preparation of food, preparation of dining room prior to meals, clean-up after meals and clean kitchen, equipment and appliances routinely.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Assist with food preparation as directed by supervisor.
Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe environment in kitchen, dining room and nutrition area.
Clean and sanitize dishes, pots/pans, flatware, etc. following each meal, in accordance with proper procedures for cleaning and sanitizing.
Bus tables during and after meals as assigned; reset tables for next meal as assigned.
Participate in serving food and beverages.
Prepare beverages before meals.
Clean equipment, appliances, floors, drains, storage area, refrigerator, freezer and sinks according to schedule.
Spot mop floor in dining room after each evening/Sunday meal.
Operate equipment and appliances according to manufacturer’s recommendations.
Report equipment malfunctions to supervisor or Chief Operating Officer.
Maintain accurate records of chargeable (guest/resident/catered meals) and non-chargeable meals (marketing/resident meals).
Assure proper storage, handling and labeling of food.
Carry out duties as assigned by supervisor.
Attend and participate in staff meetings, as requested.
Participate in training opportunities, as available.
Adhere to and carry out Springside at Seneca Hill, Inc. policies and procedures.
Adhere to company dress code.
Report on-the-job injuries to the supervisor before the end of the work shift on the day the injury occurs.
Practice safety in working with and around kitchen equipment, appliances, and utensils.
Establish and maintain constructive working relationships with co-workers, residents, families and visitors
Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, facility operations and personnel.
Treat residents with dignity, fairness and respect.
Promote teamwork in providing services to residents.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities (Unit Specific):

Knowledge of how OSHA regulations affect on-the-job tasks, including use of chemicals, equipment, and procedures for the safe handling of chemicals and equipment.
Knowledge of basic first aid and emergency response procedures.
Knowledge of fire and safety procedures.
Knowledge of regulations pertaining to food handling and storage and sanitation standards and procedures.
Ability to perform conversion of weights and measures.
Safe and proper operation of kitchen equipment and appliances (dishwasher, garbage disposal, microwave, coffee maker, ice machine, blender, food processor, meat slicer, mixer, stove/oven/griddle, ansul hood, etc.).
Ability to learn and follow instructions and take direction from supervisor

Education and Experience:

Under 18 with working papers.
Experience in food preparation preferred.
Experience or interest in working with older adults.
Neat appearance and good personal hygiene.
Reading, writing and comprehension at an 8th grade level or better.

Working Conditions:

Perform weekend work, as assigned.
Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
Must be able to lift, balance, and carry weight up to 25 lbs.
Public areas of building, including kitchen, are air-conditioned and heated. Temperature of resident apartments may be considerably warmer than public areas.
Non-smoking work environments.
Exposure to chemicals/cleaning solutions.
Exposure to hot surfaces, steams and hot grease.
Attendance is required at assigned date, time and location.
Actively participates in Quality Assurance programs, CQI, cross-training, in-service programs; attends and/or participates in all mandatory classes, meetings and committees as required.
Complies with DOH requirements for annual health assessments and required immunizations.

NOTE: This facility is open 365 days a year - weekends and some major holidays are required

Pay Range: $15.25-$16.78/hour

Employee salary is based on commensurate experience and other qualifications.

The mission of Oswego Health is to provide accessible, quality care and improve the health of residents throughout Oswego County. As a nonprofit healthcare system that was established in 1881, Oswego Health is proud to continue to be one of Oswego County’s largest employers. More than 1,200 employees spread throughout its 17 locations, work for the Oswego Health system, which includes the 164-bed community hospital with a brand new Medical Surgical Unit, a 32-bed state-of-the-art psychiatric acute-care facility with multiple outpatient behavioral health service locations, The Manor at Seneca Hill, a 120-bed skilled nursing facility, and Springside at Seneca Hill, an independent retirement community. The health system also operates Oswego Health Home Care, the only hospital-based certified home healthcare agency in the County as well as two outpatient centers, including the Fulton Medical Center, offering urgent care, lab, medical imaging, physical therapy, and occupational health services; and the Central Square Medical Center, offering urgent care, lab, medical imaging, and physical therapy services. In addition, Oswego Health includes the Oswego Health captive professional corporation, Physician Care P.C., providing physician services in orthopedics, cardiology, ENT, gastroenterology, breast care, audiology, general surgery, bariatrics, and primary care.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

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