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JOB SUMMARY: The Driver/Food Service Worker transports food and supplies to various sites, performs routine food service tasks under general supervision, and ensures that food preparation and handling comply with food safety standards and Department of Health (DOH) regulations. The position operates the cash register at the Basilica of the National Shrine and other venues as needed which includes reconciling cash receipts.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Deliver and pick up food and associated supplies in and out of the facility to various sites.
- Assist in the preparation of food such as meats, vegetables, baked goods, and desserts, including beverages, salads, dressings, sandwiches, and cold plates. Prepare portioned and fast foods on the grill, in the broiler, or deep-fat fryer as appropriate.
- Operate food production equipment including slicers, choppers, dicers, mixers, vertical cutters, patty-making machines, and other vegetable, bakery, and meat processing equipment.
- Operate cash register at the Basilica of the National Shrine and other venues as needed. Count, compute, and reconcile cash receipts. Complete the Agency form Check/Cash Receipts Log (CR-B) detailing cash collected that will be given to Finance.
- Perform routine cleaning, fueling, lubricating, and servicing of assigned vehicle.
- Transport food or supplies to serving areas; ensure that areas are properly set up; assemble and replenish food, supplies, and equipment as required; ensure proper temperature of food in steam tables and correct counter display.
- Ensure that food handling and related activities comply with food safety standards and DOH regulations.
- Clean assigned areas following proper sanitary procedures, including equipment, counters, work and dining tables, chairs, refrigerators, utensils, and dispensers; sweep and mop floors; vacuum carpets and empty ashtrays.
- Ensure all supplies, materials, and equipment are available in assigned work areas for the proper performance of duties; maintain replenishment as necessary; report the need to repair equipment, furniture, building, and fixtures to the program supervisor.
- Assist in monitoring work and cross-training employees in contract sites and the use of supplies, materials, and equipment as appropriate.
- Assist in the loading/unloading of inbound products.
- Attend all scheduled employee meetings and bring suggestions for improvement.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
- High School diploma or GED.
- 2 years’ experience driving a van preferably in a food service environment.
SKILLS and COMPETENCIES:
- This position will require a valid driver’s license and clean driving record. At least 50% of the time is spent driving a van to deliver and pick up food and supplies; 50% is spent in the kitchen, cafeteria or storerooms.
- Ability to communicate clearly with management and kitchen personnel. Good customer service skills.
Benefits Package:
- Robust Professional development and training opportunities
- Medical, prescriptions, dental and vision insurance
- Retirement savings plan with company match
- Company-paid and supplemental life insurance
- Short Term/ Long Term disability
- Group Life Insurance and AD&D
- Other Volunteer Insurance Benefits
- Flexible spending accounts
- Paid vacation, sick and personal leave
- 11 paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee referral bonus program
- Parenting leave
- Pet’s Insurance
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
