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SOUTH HADLEY - SEE WEBSITE FOR FULL JOB DESCRIPTION - Kitchen Assistant Job Description: The Kitchen Assistant position is assigned duties related to cleaning, including dishes, pots, dining rooms, floor cleaning, work tables, equipment and utensils. This includes any assignments as directed, such as stock distribution, rotation, assistance with inventories, vegetable preparation, putting away stock and groceries, produce and dairy orders. This position reports directly to the Executive Chef. In addition, reports to the Assistant Executive Chef, Director, Assistant Directors and Catering Manager. Job Requirements: Must have good communication skills, both written and orally, with a sound understanding of the English language. Must have general knowledge of food and operation of kitchen/dish room equipment. Must be able to pass a physical examination without restrictions. Must be able to lift/move an average of 60 pounds without restrictions. Willingness to participate in a ServSafe class to obtain Food Protection Manager Certification is required. Customer Service: Maintains an extraordinarily positive attitude in dealing with students and the public. Must be cooperative and willing to work with others. Must be able to give direction and instruct others. Must be neat in appearance and work habits, and must comply with safety and sanitation regulations as prescribed by law. Must comply with proper dress code as designated by the Department. Responsibilities Include: Operates and maintains dish machine according to proper procedures. Works in Pot sink cleaning pots and Pans. Responsible for recording and accuracy of Time & Temp logs along with proper PH balance of sanitizers in pot sinks and dish machine. Washes all pots, pans and utensils, cleans up the dish return area, dining rooms and service areas following proper health and sanitation practices. Wipes down and washes all tables and chairs as needed, mops floors between meal periods or as needed, empties trash and compost in proper receptacles. Must be able to work with others, including students, as well as work alone without supervision. Assists in supervision and training of student workers. Responsible for emptying grease trap catch screens and keeping them clean. Keeps all work areas clean, free of debris and sanitized at all times. Maintains the flow of dishes, silverware, pots, pans so they don?t get backed up causing a pile up. At times, will provide direction to student staff and needs to maintain a high level of professionalism. Delivers clean dishes, pots and pans back to their designated areas. Assists in putting away food orders and deliveries as needed. Performs other duties as assigned.