Aging Services Worker 2 Positions Available (1 Cook Helper, 1 Meal Delivery Driver) en Beaver County

Description

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs a variety of services required in the preparation and/or delivery of food services provided by the Council on Aging, which may include working as a Cook Helper or Driver.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under general guidance and direction of the Aging Coordinator.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Performs Some or All of The Following)

• Cook Helper: Cooks and prepares food for meals as scheduled by preplanned menus; bakes pies, cakes, cookies, bread, etc; prepares meals for special diets (low salt, low fat, low sugar, fruit for diabetics); serves meals; assures food is prepared in a safe and sanitary fashion; utilizes kitchen equipment such as deep fryers, broilers, slicers, steam tables and ovens; assures proper meal temperatures for cooking and the maintenance of temperatures upon delivery; cleans equipment used; washes pots and pans. 
• Full Time benefited position  
• Performs related duties as required

• Meal Delivery Driver: Drives delivery vehicle on pre-scheduled routes to provide elderly with meal services; reviews daily route sheets to verify accuracy of number and type of meals to be delivered; delivers meals and observes the general condition of client with regard to health and safety; may communicate client concerns to supervisor for referral for related agency sponsored or coordinated services.
• Performs general routine maintenance as needed; fuels vehicles; checks oil, tires, battery; cleans vehicles as required; records information regarding mileage, fuel purchases, oil purchases and maintenance.
• Records names of passengers and numbers of trips provided on a daily and weekly basis; maintains related customer and program service records.
• Performs general facility cleaning in preparation for activities, events and dinners; performs facility care and cleaning tasks such as vacuuming; patrols building environ and grounds to collect debris and assure clean surroundings.
• Performs seasonal outside duties; removes snow from walks and steps.
• Sweeps, buffs, dusts, washes, and polishes hard surface floors; washes and cleans walls, door frames, doors, and glass; empties and cleans waste receptacles; cleans disinfects and sanitizes rest room sinks and bowls; washes windows.
• Part time position. 

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Sufficient academic training or sufficient experience to demonstrate aptitude or ability to perform essential functions of the job,
• AND
• No experience required,
• OR
•  Any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Considerable knowledge of vehicle operation and safety regulations. Working knowledge of basic automotive maintenance; of geographical regions serviced; of state highway and driving laws. Some knowledge of special needs of senior citizens and handicapped clients; nutrition planning; cooking and baking techniques; state and federal regulations related to safety and sanitation; menu patterns, production schedules and portion control; inventory control and purchasing practices and procedures; basic record keeping.
• Skill in operating kitchen appliances and equipment.
• Ability to exercise safety and precautionary measures while driving; perform physically demanding tasks related to lifting; read and follow recipes; perform general mathematical calculations in determining portions and percentages for recipe conversions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public; ability to follow written and verbal instructions; ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.

Special Qualifications:

• Must possess a Utah State Food Handlers Permit.
• Must possess a valid Utah Drivers License. Must be a Certified Driver (UDOT, URSTA).
• Must be CPR and First Aid Certified.
• Must be “Serv Safe” Certified.

Work Environment:

Tasks require variety of physical activities, occasionally involving muscular strain, such as walking, standing, stooping, sitting, reaching, and lifting (up to 50 lbs.). Talking, hearing and seeing are essential to performance of daily duties. Common eye, hand, finger, leg and foot dexterity exist. Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, discriminating thinking and creative problem solving. Rapid response motor skills are required in the operation of multi passenger vehicles. Continuous travel required in the normal course of job performance.