Food Service Assistant

Food Service AssistantUSVETS Las Vegas Bonanza - Las Vegas, NV 89101Salary Range $16.86 - $21.08 Hourly Level Experienced Position Type Full Time Job Shift Any Education Level None Travel Percentage None Category Nonprofit - Social ServicesDescriptionLooking for a rewarding position? How would you like to serve those who served?If you are looking for an opportunity to work for a great organization & make a difference, this is the job for you!Come & join our winning team!Benefits include Paid Vacation, Sick Time, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision and Company matching 401KThe Food Service Worker for U.S.VETS is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day cleanliness and maintenance of server line. This position reports directly to the Food Service CoordinatorResponsibilities:Maintain sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.Prepares simple food items, such as sandwiches, toast, coffee, using proper food handling techniques; may assistant with the preparation of vegetables, fresh fruits and other foods.Serves food according to funders and clients nutritional requirements.Responsible for the operation of the food service line.Sets up for serving and serves a wide variety of meals.Participates in the cleaning and storing of dishes, utensils, food service equipment, and food supplies.Cleans work areas and disposes of refuse.Assist with packaging and loading food for transport to U.S.VETS functions.Sweeps floors, wipes tables and counters, fills supplies for next day and performs general clean-up tasks.May perform baking duties as necessary.Supervises Veteran helpers on workstations or community servicePerforms assigned duties in a safe manner.Performs related duties as assignedQualificationsRequirements:Three to six months in food handling preferredExperience working with homeless veterans preferred.Ability to communicate and work effectively with a diverse group of residents, staff, and community members.Strong oral and written communication skills.Must possess State Food Handlers Health Card.Must be knowledgeable of food handling procedures and protocols.Driver license with no violations on driving record for past 3 years requiredUnited States Veterans Initiative is a non-profit organization whose mission is the successful transition of military veterans and their families through the provision of housing, counseling, career development and comprehensive support.