Kitchen Support Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Hanley Foundation is a West Palm Beach-based non-profit organization that aims to eliminate addiction through prevention, treatment, advocacy, and recovery support. We are seeking a Kitchen Support Specialist to join our growing team at our state-of-the-art substance use/mental health treatment facility.

Primary functions include stocking, organizing and the cleaning of all unit kitchens.

Remain attentive to patient needs and act as a liaison between Chef and patient to ensure patient

satisfaction.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Assumes knowledge of the ingredients of items served.
• Maintains sufficient food levels in each unit according to daily census.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area including but not limited to refrigerators, storage areas, and counter tops of all units.
• Correctly stores and rotates food items when delivered to kitchen.
• Has an understanding and knowledge of how to properly use and maintain all equipment on the units.
• Reports all repair needs to supervisor.
• Handle foods in a manner that is consistent with Safe Serv and local authority guidelines.
• Comply with the department’s dress code.
• Any other job-related task as assigned by your supervisor.
• Uphold all Hanley Foundation Policies and Procedures.
• Maintain client/potential client confidentiality in accordance with Hanley Policy.

Experience/Education/Qualifications:

• High school diploma or the equivalent preferred.
• Culinary degree or at least two (2) years working experience in a similar position.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• If in recovery, one (1) year continuous sobriety is required.
• Must produce and maintain a valid driver’s license in accordance with Driving Standards Policy.
• Hold a valid Safe Serv staff handler certificate.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Good communication skills.
• Ability to stay focused and productive in a demanding environment.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
• A varied knowledge of different cuisines and basic nutrition.
• A basic computer knowledge.
• A commitment to serve quality food with quality service.
• Ability to problem solve, be organized and self-motivated.
• Offer polite friendly customer service.
• Must be able to use basic tools pertaining to position.
• Must be flexible with schedule to provide emergency and overtime service at times during unscheduled work hours.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance (employer-paid)
• Eligible for medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance on the first of the month following the hire date
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) & 401(k) Matching
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account

Hanley Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Hanley Foundation is a Drug-Free Workplace. After receiving a conditional offer of employment, job applicants are required to undergo drug screening.

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