Kitchen Porter - Great Opportunity!

Byron Health Center is a reputable healthcare facility dedicated to providing quality care and support to its residents. As a key player in the healthcare and community services sector, Byron Health Center emphasizes maintaining a safe and hygienic environment, critical for the well-being of its residents, staff, and visitors. The center is committed to upholding the highest standards in health, sanitation, and safety practices, making it an essential provider within the community it serves. The role in question is a Kitchen Aide position at Byron Health Center, designed for individuals who are passionate about supporting kitchen operations in a healthcare setting. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas, promoting food safety and sanitation throughout the facility. Working in this capacity requires a detail-oriented individual who can efficiently manage cleaning duties, assist kitchen staff in food preparation, and comply with rigorous health and safety regulations. Employment type typically expects the candidate to work on-site, maintaining a physical presence essential for the execution of daily responsibilities. The salary associated with this role is competitive within the healthcare and food service industry, reflecting the importance of the role to the center's overall function. As a Kitchen Aide at Byron Health Center, you will be responsible for regularly cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment, utensils, dishes, and work surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and ensure food safety. You will also properly store clean dishes, utensils, and equipment in designated areas to maintain organization and accessibility for kitchen staff, ensuring that storage areas remain clean and tidy. Supporting the kitchen team, you will assist with basic food preparation tasks such as peeling, chopping, and portioning ingredients, and may also prepare simple dishes or garnishes under supervision. Your role extends to maintaining cleaning and maintenance schedules for equipment, storage, and work areas. Managing inventory levels of food and non-food supplies is essential to adhere to established guidelines while guaranteeing necessary products are available promptly. Proper disposal of kitchen waste, including separating recyclables and regular cleaning of trash bins, falls under your duties to prevent odors and pests. Additionally, you may assist with serving meals, maintaining cleanliness in dining areas, and adhering strictly to safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe handling of chemicals. Mopping spills promptly and marking wet floors, communicating effectively with team members to coordinate tasks, and maintaining high standards of personal hygiene and uniform cleanliness are crucial components of this role. Compliance with federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations as well as departmental procedures related to food preparation and service is mandatory. You will participate actively in departmental meetings, staff development, and professional programs to stay current with best practices. This role demands physical stamina as it involves intermittent movement throughout food service areas, working in various environmental conditions such as warm kitchens and cold storage rooms, and handling physical tasks such as lifting and pushing weights up to 50 pounds. Flexibility to work beyond normal hours, including weekends and holidays, is required. This role is ideal for a motivated individual looking to contribute to a healthcare environment by ensuring the kitchen operations run smoothly, safely, and efficiently. It offers an opportunity to develop expertise in food safety, sanitation, and teamwork within a respected healthcare facility.

• Minimum 8th grade education
• At least 17 years of age
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Possess or be willing to obtain ServSafe Certification within the specified time frame
• Ability to work on-site at Byron Health Center
• Physical capability to lift and move up to 50 pounds
• Willingness to work beyond normal hours including weekends and holidays
• Ability to follow safety protocols and infection control precautions
• Ability to maintain high personal hygiene standards and use appropriate PPE
• Must meet general health requirements including medical and physical exam
• Ability to handle the mental and emotional demands of the role