GENERAL SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Assistant Food Services Manager, the Food Service Worker performs a variety of duties directly related to the set-up, service, breakdown, and clean-up resulting from the provision of food service to patients, clients, residents, employees and guests of Allied Services. Assigned duties are implemented in a manner appropriate to the age-specific needs of the patients served.

Type of supervision exercised:

none.

Jobs reporting to this position:

none.

EDUCATION

High school diploma or equivalent experience preferred.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Institutional or commercial food service experience preferred.

SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Must be cleared by PA State Police criminal history check. Good verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills required for effective interaction with staff and visitors. Must be able to read. Ability to perform mathematical functions (simple calculations, conversions) required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Moderate Work:

duties require exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally (approx 10-33% of shift), and/or up to 10lbs. of force frequently (approx 33-66% of the time), and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, and move objects (i.e., occasional patient transfers). Individual will be required to stand for prolonged periods of time. Position involves bending, reaching, and stooping (occasionally in strained position) throughout shift. Ability to transport self throughout facility is required.

ACCIDENT OR HEALTH HAZARDS

Individual may be subject to minor burns, scrapes, cuts, slips and falls in performance of normal duties.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Works in a well-lit, ventilated area. Occasional variances in temperatures (hot/cold) in performance of normal duties.