Description

This position, while performing basic food service duties for the Beehive Café, provides vocational skill habilitation and/or rehabilitation pertaining to food services to individuals with disabilities in accordance with the IDD Waiver program.

QUALIFICATIONS

• College training and a desire to work in a mission-based non-profit organization preferred, training in a human services field of study a plus

• Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred

• Experience working in some aspect of food services, Knowledge of kitchen terminology preferred
• Demonstrated ability to prepare clear and descriptive written documentation
• Demonstrated ability to give clear instructions in an encouraging tone
• Experience using computer applications, experience using a web-based application preferred

• Able to accommodate a flexible work schedule as needed
• Able to obtain a Food Handlers Permit

• Able to pass a Criminal Background Check

• Must be able to participate and pass trainings to include but not limited to First Aid, CPR and CCM training
• A valid drivers license and must be willing to transport clients for food service-related deliveries and activities

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare food for Beehive customers under guidance of the Food Services Manager
• Follow instructions in operating kitchen equipment, maintaining the dining area and work areas, and using tools of the trade (i.e. cash register)
• Implements and follows systematic training according to program plan requirements (i.e. habilitation plans, program plans)

• Train individuals on specific work requirements according to the employment program placement

• Conducts on-going assessment of the clients work skills against the demands of the work site
• Follows food services health and safety protocols
• Completes all necessary data entry and paperwork within the time frame required

• Relates problems, concerns, program ideas, or other items of interest in a timely manner to the BSPs

• Participates in periodic staff training

• Advocates with employers and the community to shape a positive image of persons with disabilities

• Dress to project professionalism Bee Hive tee shirt provided, appropriate non-slip shoes required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Work environment: This position involves moving with clients, sitting for periods of time, and working with kitchen equipment. The employee may be exposed to noise, heat, cleaning tools and substances.

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