FOOD SERVICE WORKER I - Server

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Join our team at The Redwoods, where you can make a meaningful impact on individual lives. After more than 50 years as a local, nonprofit community in beautiful Mill Valley, we have a rich history of service and purpose. We take pride in providing excellent care for an active and diverse community of seniors. You'll find that every day presents an opportunity for a rewarding experience of caring and connection with a dedicated team and dynamic group of residents. As a mission driven organization, we ensure everyone receives vital programs and services regardless of their income. Enjoy competitive pay, first class health benefits, generous vacation and sick time, and a great work environment.

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Rate: Union position - $22.61 hr

Shift differential for shifts starting after 2pm.

Schedule: Server - Short Hour

PM Shift - 4:00PM to 8:00PM

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance: ZERO out-of-pocket expense for the employee effective the first of the month following the hire date.
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off: Sick days, personal days, vacation days and holidays.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer contribution/Union pension contributions.
• Additional Perks: Educational assistance & career development opportunities, longevity bonus program and low-cost meal program.

* For positions scheduled 24 or more hours per week.

Position Summary

Under general supervision, performs a variety of tasks involved in the serving of food in a facility; cleans and maintains kitchen utensils, equipment, and work area; and performs related duties as required. The emphasis of this class is on the serving of food, and the cleaning and maintaining of the kitchen and dining room facilities. This class is distinguished from the cook classifications, which are responsible for food preparation and cooking.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepares for serving meal in dining room; determines number to be served; counts and puts out silverware for number to be served; portions out food onto food trays; checks special dietary food trays for ordered requirements; sets up and clears tables in the dining room; counts silverware at end of meal; prepares and loads food trays.
• Cleans dining room and kitchen areas, including hot food warmer, washes, dries, stacks, and puts away trays, pans, and other kitchen utensils; cleans tables, benches, chairs, cupboards, storerooms, refrigerators, and other equipment; sweeps and mops floors, and empties garbage; maintains hygienic and sanitary standards in kitchen and dining rooms
• Other duties as assigned based on scope of responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• One year of experience in food set up, service, and clean up.
• A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to the employment standard listed above and that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
• Knowledge of standard units of measure and weight for liquid and solid food to portion out required quantities; basic math; basic practices for safe food storage and prevention of contamination; safe work practices in a kitchen; kitchen and floor cleaning and sanitizing products and proper usage.
• Ability to: use kitchen serving utensils; operate hot food warmer and storage equipment, and dishwashing equipment; use kitchen and floor cleaners and cleaning implements; read and understand security procedures and mixing instructions for cleaners; write legible requests for repairs or supplies; follow and give oral directions; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers.
• Will lift food containers weighing up to 35 pounds.
• If you are scheduled on weekends or holidays, you are expected and required to work those days.
• Demonstrates proficiency in clear and effective English communication, both verbal and written, coupled with a strong ability to comprehend and execute instructions accurately in various formats.

The Redwoods is an Equal Opportunity Employer.