Food Service Assistant

Job Vacancy Announcement

Position Information

Position Title
Food Service Assistant - Temporary Part-time

Position Type
Staff

Department
Auxiliary Services

FLSA
Non-Exempt

Union/Non Union
Non Union

Full Time or Part Time
Part Time

Grade
5

Salary Range

Hiring Salary Range
$16.30 - $17.93/Hourly

Fixed Term/Tenure Track (Faculty Only)

Regular or Temporary
Temporary

Job Description Summary

The Food Service Assistant works as a member of the kitchen team under the direction and supervision of the Chef to help complete the setup of the facility and keep the kitchen (labs) and food storage areas organized and clean. And it is important that the Food Service Assistant be a team player and willing to do their assigned work and sometimes more.

Continuous recruitment for this position.

Minimum Qualifications

1. High School diploma or equivalent.
2. One to two years of related experience in the hotel, restaurant of food service industry or related course work.
3. Servesafe certificate in food service required.

Criteria

CRITERIA: The following criteria, which are not the sole criteria used in the final hiring decision, will be used to review the applications of those persons who meet the stated minimum qualifications and to select those qualified applicants who will be interviewed. Other information and observations made during the interview process may be considered in the selection process. Please ensure that your application and attached documents address the criteria listed below:

Assist with inventory and storage.

• Assist Chef in office with documentation and implementing safety control and operation procedures in a timely manner.
• Consistently offers professional, engaging and friendly service, report for duty punctually and in the correct uniform.
• Carry out duties as assigned, also refer to cleaning schedules and perform the necessary duties.
• Collect the appropriate cleaning materials and equipment from Supervisor.
• Assemble and check equipment when necessary to ensure they are in good working condition and promptly report any defects/malfunctions to the Supervisor.
• Clean and sanitize stoves, ovens, grills, refrigerators, and using cleaning solutions.
• Washes utensils, such as pots, pans, and trays by hand using the proper cleaning detergents. Washes dishware, glasses, and cutlery by hand or machine. Occasionally polishes utensils. Drains dries and stacks items after washing.
• Transports food supplies, such as meats, vegetables, fruits, and canned foods from storeroom or freezer to kitchen using the proper equipment. Returns surplus food to storeroom or freezer.
• May help set up barbecue equipment such as charcoal pits and food warmers.
• Assist with creating and hanging proper signage in appropriate areas.
• Assemble remaining shelving in laundry room, storage room, and kitchen.
• Remove small ware/ flat ware from boxes and packages and place in designated area.
• Assist Supervisor with any other reasonable request.

Job Requirements

1. Work schedule subject to change based upon department needs.
2. Applicants must have reliable transportation.
3. Applicants must work as scheduled during peak testing periods.
4. Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.
5. As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

Is Background Check Required?
Yes

Is the incumbent responsible for working with minor children or directly engaging with minor children on campus?
No

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
PGCC165811/12

Open Date
01/07/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled
No

Background Check Statement

Prince George's Community College is committed to providing a safe campus community. PGCC conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, education verification, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Application Status; you will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your application, upon which time no further communication occurs unless selected for an interview or the position is filled. If recommended for hire, communication is immediately sent to your references listed on your application. Also, you will receive an email notification from HireRight requesting you to submit authorization to complete a background investigation.