Food Service Assistant-Cold Food Productions - PeaceHealth

**Description** PeaceHealth is seeking a Food Service Assistant for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Variable position. The general salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $17.25 - $27.18. The actual hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to, the job/position responsibilities, location, terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, education, training, work experience, seniority, work performance, etc. **JOB SUMMARY** This position is responsible for performing a variety of tasks which includes preparation, service, clean-up and delivery of food products in support of hospital food and catering service operations using HACCP guidelines for safe food handling. **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS** + Prepare, mix, assemble, portion, serve, and store food following applicable guidelines. + Operate dish machine, wash pots and perform heavy cleaning duties following safety and sanitation guidelines. + Transport equipment, food, supplies and trash as directed. + May act as cafeteria cashier/running the cash register. + Follow guidelines for assigned station set-up and clean-up. + Performs other duties as assigned. **QUALIFICATIONS** **EDUCATION:** + High school diploma or equivalent preferred. **EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:** + Minimum of one year previous work experience preferred. Retail food service experience preferred. **LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:** + Valid Food Handlers Card. **OTHER SKILLS:** + Strong customer service skills. + Knowledge and understanding of proper food handling and sanitation. + Ability to work well with others. + Ability to effectively communicate in order to effectively and safely perform the functions of this role. **SWMC PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS:** + Work may require moderate physical exertion more than 65% of the time. + Ability to lift objects weighing 80 lbs. or less. + Work requires frequent exposure to skin or lung irritants; extreme cold or heat; sharp instruments such as kitchen knives, scalpels, etc.; or dangerous equipment. + Job duties frequently require intense concentration and attention to detail (34-65% of work time). **This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.** PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program. See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) . For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws. **PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.g., 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer/Moderna bivalent vaccine/booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons. For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.** REQNUMBER: 69752