INTRODUCTORY PERIOD:
All regular appointees serve a six (6) month introductory period.

CITIZENSHIP/IMMIGRATION STATUS:
In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Neighborhood House Association hires only U.S. citizens and others lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. 

This Job Announcement is not an offer of employment. The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any of the provisions contained in this job announcement may be modified or revoked without notice. Any person who is hired may voluntarily leave their employment upon giving proper notice and may be terminated by the Agency at any time and for any reason.  Any oral or written statements to the contrary are hereby expressly disavowed and should not be relied upon by any prospective or existing employee.

Please note that offers of employment are only valid if they are made by the Human Resources Department

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this position.
• Prioritizes workload to facilitate timely meal service;
• Maintains quality control by preparing food using standardized recipes;
• Receives and checks in vendor deliveries as needed;
• Performs as a team member and helps when and where necessary in the operation as needed or directed by the management team;
• Reports needed problems and anticipated menu substitutions in a timely manner; 
• Prepares the day’s menu for distribution to sites;
• Prepares creatively designed catered meals;
• Cleans, cuts, trims, chops, and slices meats, fruits, vegetables, and breads;
• Accurately portions food into pans for transport;
• Assists Special Diet Team in preparing foods to meet food allergy/intolerance dietary needs and texture-modified diet needs;
• Follows local, county, state, and federal regulations regarding food safety and sanitation.  Participates in menu planning as needed;
• Assists in planning, preparation and service of special luncheons, dinners and catering events;
• Assists with ordering and receiving of food supplies;
• Washes dishes when necessary and perform general cleaning duties;
• Participates in staff meetings and in-service training sessions;
• May load, drive, and/or deliver food to sites;
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of: 

• Principles and practices of food preparation as related to quantity preparation and catering;
• Kitchen sanitation and methods of care and cleaning of kitchen tools and equipment;
• HACCP knowledge required;
• Basic safety procedures as applied to food preparation and cooking;
• Basic math, ratios, proportions and record-keeping procedures;
• Policies and procedures relevant to the kitchen and its operations;

        Ability to:

• Prepare and cook large quantities of foods for varied meals;
• Observe kitchen safety and sanitation practices;
• Maintain clean and sanitary kitchen utensils, equipment and work station;
• Perform basic mathematical calculations to determine ingredient and serving portions;
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions;
• Operate kitchen tools and equipment;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of work;