Kitchen Helper

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Samuel Mahelona Mem Hosp | Service and Maintenance Workers | Permanent/Full-time

54,408 USD per year

Posted 6 days ago

POSITION STATUS : 1.0 | Permanent

SALARY RANGE : BU01 | BC02

SALARY RATE: $54,408.00 (Annual Salary) based on the FTE

JOB DUTIES :
This position is located in the Nutritional Services, or Dietary, department of Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH), part of the Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation (HHSC) Kaua’i Region, and a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawai’i. The HHSC Kaua’i Region includes Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH) and SMMH; both are designated as critical access hospitals (CAH), along with the Kaua’i Region Clinics and affiliated entities.

The Nutritional Services department plays a vital role in promoting the health and well-being of patients, staff, and visitors by providing high-quality, nutritious meals tailored to meet diverse nutritional needs and preferences. This department ensures food safety and adheres to all regulatory standards while fostering a culture of excellence in meal preparation, delivery, and nutritional education. In collaboration with healthcare professionals, Nutritional Services develops customized meal plans to support patient recovery and overall health, while also offering Nutritional Services counseling and education to encourage healthy lifestyle choices.

By prioritizing quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction, the department contributes to the holistic care experience within the facility.

The Kitchen Helper performs routine manual work in the kitchen for meal preparation and serving, cleans kitchen and dining areas, washes and sanitizes kitchen utensils and equipment, and undertakes other assigned duties. This position requires working on weekends, holidays, and evenings.

The position reports to the Hospital Executive Chef, position number 109744, or their designee.

THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS ARE:
Applicants must meet all of the following requirements. Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience may not be gained concurrently. In addition, qualifying work experiences are based on a 40-hour work week.

EDUCATION:

A high school diploma or the equivalent is preferred.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING :
None required.

Experience in general kitchen work where food is prepared or any equivalent combination of experience and training is preferred.

LICENSURE: A current State of Hawai’i type #3 motor vehicle operator’s license is preferred.

DESIRED

SKILLS:

• KNOWLEDGE OF :
  Preparation of raw and processed food for cooking; methods, materials, and equipment used in cleaning kitchen equipment, appliances, and utensils; kitchen safety and sanitation requirements; personal hygiene.
• ABILITY TO :
  
  Learn quantity cooking; operate kitchen equipment and appliances; measure food servings and serve food; give and receive oral and written instructions; work cooperatively with others; tolerate kitchen heat and noise; perform heavy lifting, moving, and carrying typical of the class; work independently and complete all job assignments daily.

ALL CIVIL SERVICE JOB VACANCIES WILL BE POSTED FOR A MINIMUM OF TEN (10) CALENDAR DAYS

The Hawaii Health Systems Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable state and federal laws relating to employment practices

QUALITY OF

EXPERIENCE:

Possession of the required amount of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. Overall paid or unpaid experience must have been of such scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of this position. Provide a detailed description of your duties and responsibilities. If you…