Food Service Worker - Polara Health : Job Details

Food Service Worker

Polara Health

Job Location : Prescott Valley,AZ, USA

Posted on : 2024-12-22T23:29:28Z

Job Description :
Job DetailsJob LocationWindhaven Center - Prescott Valley, AZPosition TypeFull Time 40 hours weeklyJob ShiftDay M-FDescriptionPOSITION SUMMARYThe Food Service Worker assists the Food Service Supervisor in training and scheduling Food Workers, performing quality control on food leaving the kitchen, and ordering inventory to keep up with demand. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIESThe Food Service Worker is responsible for a variety of tasks, common duties include:• Assists in hiring and training new staff and providing training to facilitate quick acclimation• Streamlining the kitchen processes to maintain prompt service times for timely delivery at each site• Working with the Site Manager and Kitchen Supervisor to develop and maintain the menu and levels of service• Following regular cleaning standards for the kitchen and verifying that staff is maintaining sanitation levels • Assists in creating schedules for all kitchen staff and WAT clients• Assists with tracking kitchen finances to identify areas of potential waste and opportunities to increase potential income• Submits WAT client timesheets and all invoices in a timely manner to accounting department• Acts as a liaison for Polara Health and catering companies concerning use of the kitchens at each site contracted• Ensures all food and safety standards are upheld, enforcing AZ Dept. of Health standards including Food Handler certification for staff• Provides supervision and training to WAT clients as needed in the absence of a Vocational Specialist• Assists with expanding and developing the WAT and all program facets concerning production, utilizing participants to make lunches and deliver lunches• Assists in developing, marketing, and expanding staff lunch program to Prescott, Prescott Valley, and Chino Valley sites• Delivers and keeps inventory and supplies readily available for the Hot Meals Program and replenish supplies daily/weekly at each site.• Prepares breakfasts and lunches for New Employee Orientation, including delivery and set-up using staff or the WAT Program• Assists with creating and developing catering opportunities within Polara Health (Board meetings, committee meetings, site meetings) including menu diversity and selections• Other duties as assignedQualificationsQUALIFICATIONS
  • 21 years of age or older; or minimum 18 years old and licensed or certified under A.R.S. Title 32 and providing services within the personnel member's scope of practice; or minimum 18 years old for select administrative positions
  • Must be able to provide or obtain an AZDPS Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
  • Must possess a valid Driver License
  • Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED required
  • CPR, First Aid, and CPI certification required (training provided by Polara Health)
  • Food Handler Certification required (Cost covered by Polara Health)
  • Must have, or obtain within 2 weeks of hire, Food Safety Manager certification (Cost covered by Polara Health)
  • Food Service experience required
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONSThe physical and working demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Food Service environment, travel within the community as needed
  • Heavy exposure/use of kitchen equipment, computers, cell phones, office phones, etc.
  • Ability to stand for prolonged periods throughout work hours
  • Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move 50 or more pounds
  • Must be able to respond appropriately and effectively in crisis situations by using good judgment and following Polara Health protocols
This position is considered Safety-Sensitive by Polara Health.Non-Discrimination PolicyPolara Health subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. Polara Health's policy is to provide employment, compensation, and other benefits related to employment based on qualifications, without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Polara Health intends to comply fully with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, and the information requested on this application will be used only for purposes consistent with those laws.Americans With Disabilities Act - Request for Reasonable AccommodationsIn accordance with requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Polara Health's policy is to provide reasonable accommodation for applicants requesting accommodation(s) during the application process, so the applicant may be given a full and fair opportunity to be considered for employment. If any candidate needs a reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify Polara Health in any of the following ways: by calling 928-###-####, ext. 4047, U.S. Mail, or hand deliver to Polara Health 3343 N. Windsong Drive, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 Attention: Human Resources Job Applicant Request. Background Checks Employment is contingent on background checks as required by Polara Health's policies which may include: Fingerprint Clearance, Drug Test, Criminal History, Driving History Record, Sex Offender Registry Search, Department of Child Services, State Central Registry Check, Employment Verification, Education Verification, and Professional References.We Offer the Following Benefits to Full Time Employees:Medical * Dental * Vision * Short and Long Term Disability * Life Insurance * Health Savings Account * Flexible Spending Account * Employee Assistance Program * 401(k) * Up to 3 Weeks of Paid Time Off * 10 Paid Holidays per Year * Shift Pay (for select inpatient positions) * Educational Reimbursement * Employee Wellness Committee and Wellness Portal
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