DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist cooks in preparation and service of various foods in assigned work situations including pantry items, salads, soups, sauces, and with pre-preparation of ingredients for entrees.

• Assist cooks in the preparation of basic dessert items as well as breakfast items for residents and patients.

• Stock and refill salad bar, and maintain cleanliness of the salad bar.

• Store and properly handle raw or prepared foods and non-food supplies.

• Distribute and store clean pots, dishes and utensils.

• Clean and sanitize production equipment, work surfaces and kitchen according to cleaning schedules and procedures.

• Maintain assigned work station in a safe and sanitary condition.

• Handle food in a manner that is consistent with local health department guidelines.

• Follow proper food handling techniques and coordinates the use of time, material and equipment to avoid waste and unnecessary expense.

• Maintain acceptable standards of personal hygiene.

• Comply with department's dress code.

• Follow safety regulations, reporting injuries or any unsafe conditions and work practices to the supervisor.

• Attend in-service training and education sessions as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

• Previous UAE experience preferred of at least 2 years.

• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.

• Fundamental understanding of sanitation, cleanliness and personal hygiene.