Pantry worker job description

The Food Pantry worker is responsible for assisting in receiving and packing food, making sure food is sorted, stocked, and stored appropriately. The Food Pantry worker is responsible for filling all online pantry orders. The Food Pantry worker is responsible for maintaining all health and safety procedures/policies according to Food Bank of Central New York and Community Action guidelines.

Expectations for all Family Center staff include: respectful, non-judgmental treatment of all people.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: THE MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS POSITION INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:
Ensure that non-perishable food items are properly rotated. Distribute food items to customers accessing the food pantry. Filling online pantry orders. Prepare the food pantry by stocking and stacking items in an orderly manner. Ensures an accurate inventory at all times. Going to the warehouse to retrieve food. Ensure that food quality is maintained through appropriate rotation of food. Ensure proper refrigeration of frozen items and perform rotation as needed. Ensure maintenance and cleanliness of the food pantry. Make sure that all surfaces in the food pantry are sanitized in accordance with the standards of the organization. Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED
EDUCATION ALTERNATIVE: N/A
CERTIFICATES AND/OR LICENSES: N/A
WORK EXPERIENCE: N/A
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A
SKILLS OR OTHER ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION: Exceptional communication skills; organizational and time management skills; able to balance multiple priorities; ability to remain calm under pressure; adaptable and flexible. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Food pantry and warehouse (food storage).
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS: Must be able to pass background clearance. Occasional local travel during normal work hours. Must have a valid driver's license.
EQUIPMENT USED: laptop/computer, printer
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to handle multiple priorities and deadlines. Able to lift/carry food boxes averaging 50 pounds.
Hours: 20 Hours Per Week



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Prepares salads, fruits, dressings, cold meats, fish items, canapés, cold hors d'oeuvres, appetizers, and other cold dishes according to high standards of quality
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Medical Insurance Supplement Insurance Employee Discount Program 401K Match Paid Time Off (Vacation and Holidays) Free Employee Parking Free Employee Shift Meals Employee Assistance Program Wellness Incentive Program Employee Award Program (Lago Mar Five Star) Referral Program


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Prepares all pantry food items according to standard pantry recipes or as otherwise specified by supervisor, to ensure consistency of product to the guest; requires transportation of heavy food products. Checks and controls the proper storage of product, especially on all fresh produce, checking on portion control, to maintain quality product. Keeps all refrigeration, storage, and working areas in clean, working condition to comply with Health Department regulations. Ensures that all equipment in working area is clean and in proper working condition to comply with Health Department regulations. Visually inspects, selects, and uses only the freshest fruits, vegetables, meats and other food products of the highest standard in the preparation of all menu items. Reads and employs math skills for following recipes. Prepares requisition for supplies and food items for production in workstation.


SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS:

In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by the supervisor based upon the particular requirements of the hotel.
• Perform any general cleaning tasks using standard hotel cleaning products as assigned by supervisor to adhere to health standards.
• Perform other duties as requested, such as cleaning up unexpected spills, or executing special guest requests.

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Good working knowledge of the fundamentals of cold food preparation.
• Good working knowledge of accepted standards of sanitation.
• Knowledge of operating all kitchen equipment, i.e., stoves, ovens, broilers, slicers, steamers, kettles, etc.
• Basic mathematical skills necessary to understand recipes, measurements, requisition amounts and portion sizes.
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language in order to complete requisitions, read recipes, and communicate with other employees.
• Sufficient manual dexterity of hands in order to use all kitchen equipment, i.e., knives, spoons, spatulas, tongs, slicers, etc.
• Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, move or push goods on a hand cart/truck weighing a maximum of 200 lbs.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Ability to perform within extreme temperature ranges.
QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
Education:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or any other combination of education, training or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the functions of the job. Culinary or apprenticeship program preferred.
Experience:
Cold food preparation experience preferred.
Licenses or certificates:
Ability to obtain any government required licenses or certificates.
Grooming:
All employees must maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance (specific standards available).
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) Drug Free Workplace Lago Mar Beach Resort is a 24 hour/7 day a week operation. All positions currently posted require flexible days, weekends, and holiday availability to meet the business needs.

JOBSUMMARY:


The Pantry Person is responsible for the preparation of salads, dressings and garnishes and maintaining the cleanliness of the pantry area.


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:


• Chops, dices and cuts vegetables and fruits using hand knives and electric slicers.

• Combines ingredients to prepare various salads.

• Uses greens and items to garnish food items in accordance with restaurant needs.

• Prepares dressings in accordance with restaurant needs.

• Ensures ingredient supply levels are accurate.

• Moves items from storage shelves to carts and transports to area for restocking.

• Observes safety rules and regulations.


QUALIFICATIONS:

• Work requires effective communication in English, both verbal and written form in a professional manner.
• Work requires a minimum of one-year experience.
• Work requires ability to work from a standing position for extended periods of time.
• Work requires a neat appearance with good personal hygiene.
• Work requires pushing carts up to 70lbs.

PHYSICAL,MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:


Loud, fast paced environment, multiple tasks to be handled under time constraint. Front-line buffet cooks will have a great deal of direct public contact. Requires standing, walking, bending, pushing, pulling, lifting and reaching throughout the shift. Must be able to handle a heavy business volume in a timely manner. Work requires pushing carts up to 70lbs, lifting full pots up to 100lbs, repetitive stirring, extreme hot and cold work conditions, and bending at the waist.


Disclaimer
: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the current job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change, (e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technical developments).

Help us roll out the red carpet at Caesars Palace! This world renowned resort indulges our guests with 25 unique restaurants and cafes, over 3,000 rooms, 4.5 acres of pools and gardens and a 50,000 square foot spa. If you have a passion for delivering personalized service in an exclusive setting, Caesars Palace is the place for you to start your career.

Caesars Entertainment will engage in an interactive process and make reasonable accommodations, as required by law, for individuals with disabilities or to accommodate pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, or where a conflict exists between the position and an individuals' religious beliefs or practices.

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position.

The Company reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.

As a part of the new hire process, finalist candidates will be required to complete a drug test and background check prior to an offer being extended, except where applicable law requires that such pre-employment screening occur post-offer. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, color, national origin, sex, age over 40, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Pantry Person is responsible forthe preparation of salads, dressings and garnishes and maintaining the cleanliness of the pantry area.