Dietary Utility/ Food Prep

Since 1995, Weinberg Village proudly operates a residence that enriches seniors’ quality of life. We are dedicated to helping our residents enjoy the fullest, most active and meaningful lifestyle possible, while celebrating Jewish heritage, culture, traditions and values; including kosher meals. We welcome diversity and those from other faiths. We provide a community that combines the best of both worlds: the independence of a private apartment plus the comfort and security provided by a full time, experienced health and wellness team. Weinberg Village provides a warm, caring community and engaging programming and events. 

What sets us apart from other employers is that we can offer you some additional benefits to you and/or your family. 

• Our employees do not have to wait until the end of the biweekly payroll period to receive their earned compensation. We have a program that will allow our employees to take an advance on a portion of their earned wages.
• Free employee membership to the JCC on the Cohn Campus, which has a fitness center, pool, adult and children programming, childcare and much more. 
• Possible discounts offered at the Tampa JCCs and Federation childcare programming (preschool, aftercare and summer camps). 
• Employee benefits for our full-time staff, which includes health, dental, vision and life insurance. The Organization contributes towards our employees' health and life insurance.
• Employees are able to participate in a discount and cash rewards program. 

Duties and Responsibilities  

· Prepare foods assigned by the Cook, using daily menus. 

· Assist in preparing foods for special events. 

· Maintain a clean, orderly and safe kitchen environment. 

· Store and handle food properly for proper infection control. 

· Clean equipment, appliances, floors, drains, storage area, refrigerator, freezer and sinks according to schedule. 

· Ensure compliance with regulations 

· Participate in plating and transporting food 

· Notify manager of malfunction of equipment or appliances 

· Carry out other duties as assigned 

Requirements   

• Enjoy working with older adults 
• Willingness to learn and work 
• Enjoyment in working with older adults 
• Some experience in food preparation preferred 
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English at an 8th-grade level or better  

Physical Requirements 

· Lifting, pushing and pulling up to 50 pounds using proper body mechanics and/or available equipment as physically required—including but not limited to helping staff; moving supplies and food service equipment etc. 

· Physical stamina – must be able to bend, kneel, squat and sit on the floor, etc. as required to lead, to perform cleaning tasks and to maintain a safe working environment. 

· Must be able to stand, walk around and remain active at least 95% of work shift as required. 

· Work is mainly performed in a weather controlled, air conditioned/heated facility with some time spent outdoors during outside functions. Facility is well lit and has typical food service environment obstacles, such as equipment and staff, etc. 

Certified Drug Free Workplace 

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer