Job Description

Gemma Services, located on a picturesque 36-acre campus in Plymouth Meeting, promotes safety and nonviolence while cultivating a caring environment in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Part Time – Wednesday 12pm-6:30pm / Thursday, Friday, Sunday 10:30-6:30pm

*Valid driver's license required*

This position is responsible for assisting with preparing and serving food and related cleaning duties to support the agency’s Food Services operations; coordinating work within the department, as well as with other departments; complying with operating policies and procedures established for the assigned function; communicating with appropriate personnel; responding to inquiries or requests for information; maintaining appropriate records and providing assigned reports.

• Assures overall sanitation of the kitchen and all designated equipment therein, including completing the daily, weekly, and monthly assigned cleaning list for Weinmann, Hess, and Harrison.
• Assists with properly washing and storing dishes, tableware, pots, pans, and other utensils used in food preparation and serving.
• Thoroughly cleans the dining area after each meal.
• Assists with food deliveries, including putting away and rotating food and paper supplies,
• Assists the Cook and other Dietary Assistant(s) with related tasks to ensure a successful mealtime, including meal preparation and serving of meals when needed, as well as daily food preparation.

• Education/Training: A high school diploma or equivalent; specialized training related to food preparation.

• Skill(s): knowledge of food preparation and related standards and procedures, including cleaning techniques and chemicals; visual and auditory skills; ability to stand, stoop, bend, reach, climb, and lift items weighing 25 lbs. or less; valid driver’s license.

• Experience: A minimum of one (1) year of related experience normally required.