Food Service Worker Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lascruces/jobs/newprint/4708733) Apply  Food Service Worker Salary $15.02 Hourly Location Las Cruces, NM Job Type Contract Job Number M006 10-24 MD Department Quality of Life Opening Date 10/28/2024 Closing Date 11/11/2024 11:59 PM Mountain + Description + Benefits + Questions Nature of Work Performs and learns a variety of food preparation activities and tasks to assure safe, aesthetically pleasing, and nutritious meals are served to participating senior citizens according to established meal schedules. Work Situation Factors: Position involves competing demands, performing multiple tasks, working to deadlines, occasional work beyond normal business hours, and responding to customer issues. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services. Position is subject to drug testing in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and City of Las Cruces policies. Physical Factors: Moderate physical requirements, with risk of burns and cuts; frequent lifting, carrying, and moving up to fifty (50) pounds. Environmental Factors: Work is performed in a commercial kitchen work environment. FIRST CONSIDERATION WILL BE GIVEN TO CURRENT CITY OF LAS CRUCES EMPLOYEES WHO MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS. Meeting or exceeding the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process. This initial posting will be used to fill a part-time, contract position and will also be utilized to maintain a pool of qualified applicants to fill future vacancies. This position is graded CN03. Duties and Responsibilities + Cleans, slices, and chops vegetables and fruits to prepare for meals; cleans and maintains salad bar to sustain fresh ingredients and required amount of ice for proper cooling. + Provides kitchen support to other staff as needed and directed; prepares and cleans-up for coffee, tea, and water service. + Packages and prepares individual meals for delivery to homebound clients; portions out meals to be catered to various meal sites; follows all portion control, health code, and safety policies and regulations. + Serves meals to citizens in accordance with established policies and regulations to provide required levels of quality, safety, and customer service. + Performs a variety of cleaning and sanitation activities regularly to maintain safe and clean environment and food preparation areas; stores and packages food and supplies received in accordance with applicable regulations and safety requirements to ensure items received are not subject to spoilage. + Transports food to deliver meals or food items to other centers; rotates kitchens as assigned for training purposes. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This is the entry-level position in the food service series. Working under close supervision, incumbents perform and learn basic institutional cooking methods and procedures. As experience is gained, there is greater independence of action within established guidelines. Minimum Qualifications No specific educational and experience requirement. Prior experience in a commercial kitchen assisting with food preparation, serving, and cleanup preferred. A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy.. Licenses/Certification(s): Valid Class D driver’s license may be required or preferred. If applicable, position requires an acceptable driving record in accordance with City of Las Cruces policies. Applicant may be required to satisfactorily complete food safety training and/or obtain applicable food handler’s certification within thirty (30) days of employment. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of: principles, techniques, and methods of volume food preparation, food handling safety and sanitation practices; occupational and environmental safety and health hazards; practices and methods used in food preparation and storage; principles, practices, techniques, activities, rules, and regulations related to the operations and functions of the position and services provided; current principles of record keeping and records management; principles and practices of effective research methods and data analysis, customer service, and problem resolution techniques; occupational and environmental safety and health hazards, and safety practices; safe and effective use and maintenance of related tools, materials, and equipment; current methods and standards for preparing effective business correspondence; correct English usage, grammar, composition, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary; business and personal computers and related software applications; City organization, operations, policies, and procedures to effectively perform the required functions and duties of the position. Ability to: perform a variety of duties and responsibilities and assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands to meet deadlines; ensure appropriate levels of customer service to achieve expectations and meet objectives; read, understand, and assure compliance with a variety of policies, procedures, rules, standards, and regulations governing related activities and functions; collect applicable information and maintain accurate and timely records; maintain confidentiality of information and data; communicate effectively orally and in writing and use interpersonal skills to sufficiently exchange or convey information and receive work direction; prepare and present accurate and reliable information and reports; establish and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public; safely and effectively operate relevant tools, equipment, and motorized vehicles; navigate across even and uneven surfaces; timely and accurately enter data and update records using various mediums and formats; take initiative and exercise sound independent judgment within established procedural guidelines and carry out primary responsibilities in accordance with all governing regulations, statutes, and procedures to ensure achievement of goals and objectives. Skills in: food preparation techniques and practices; safely and effectively using, operating, and maintaining relevant kitchen tools and equipment; reading, understanding, and applying relevant rules, ordinances, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures; effectively managing assignments; responding to inquiries timely and within the scope of delegated authority; responding appropriately, maintaining objectivity and freedom from prejudice, and exercising sound judgment and understanding in all interactions; effectively working independently, or as a team member, in various environments with changing priorities; preparing and presenting various reports, documents, forms, and correspondence; researching information, analyzing data, maintaining accurate records, and updating information in various mediums and formats; operating a personal computer with installed generic and specialized software; preparing and presenting information in a clear and concise manner; demonstrating appropriate and effective interpersonal communication and conflict resolution skills; performing highly effective support in assigned areas. As per provisions specified in the individual contract or grant. To view a summary of benefits offered by the City of Las Cruces,Click here (http://www.las-cruces.org/207/Employee-Benefits) 01 Are you a current City of Las Cruces employee? (If you fail to include this information under the work experience section of your application, you may be disqualified from the process). + Yes + No 02 A valid Driver's License may be required or preferred. Do you have a valid Driver's License? + Yes + No 03 If you answered "yes" to the previous question above, please indicate the type of license, license number, expiration date, any restrictions or endorsements, and the state that issued the license. If none, type N/A. 04 This position has a preference for prior experience in a commercial kitchen assisting with food preparation, serving, and cleanup. Do you meet this preference? (If you select yes, this information must be included in the Work Experience section of your application, or you may be disqualified from the process.) + Yes + No 05 You may be required to satisfactorily complete food safety training and/or obtain applicable food handler's certification within thirty (30) days of employment. Do you agree to complete this requirement? + Yes + No 06 Although not required, bilingual skills in English/Spanish are desirable. Do you meet this preference? + Yes + No Required Question Agency City of Las Cruces Address P.O. Box 20000Las Cruces, New Mexico, 88004 Phone 575-528-3100575-528-3100 Website http://www.lascruces.gov Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email