Food Services Associate

Position Description Summary

Henry Ford College presents an opportunity for a part‑time 10‑month Food Service Associate. In addition to all regularly assigned performance responsibilities, this position is primarily responsible for working the deli station, preparing sandwiches for Skylight Café customers and catered events as determined by the Manager and/or Kitchen Leader. The individual is responsible for storing and preparing food, and cleaning the station, cookware, and utensils used by this position.

The individual is also responsible for monitoring and maintaining appropriate levels of product for the deli station and related catering and Boulevard Grill station as determined by the Manager and Kitchen Leader. He/she will relieve the Cashier or operate a second cash register during busy times as determined by the Manager and/or Kitchen Leader.

• Earned high school diploma or equivalent.
• Willingness and ability to learn.

The most successful candidate will have a career that reflects the following:

• Experience in a fast‑paced restaurant / deli / pizzeria.
• Certified in Serv Safe.
• Physical Strength and Agility – ability to bend, lift, climb, stand, and walk for long periods; ability to perform moderately heavy labor work.
• Conscientiousness – displays a high level of effort and commitment toward performing work; demonstrates responsible behavior.
• Decision Making – makes sound, well‑informed, objective decisions and commits to action even in uncertain situations to accomplish organizational goals.
• Demonstrating Positive Regard – shows acceptance and positive regard for others; maintains a pleasant, cheerful disposition; provides support and sympathy when others are anxious or upset.

• Building Cooperative Teams – encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members; seizes opportunities and utilizes creative methods.
• Customer Service – works with clients and customers to assess needs, provide information or assistance, resolve problems, or satisfy expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.
• Dependability and Reliability – behaves consistently and predictably; is reliable, responsible, and dependable in fulfilling obligations; diligently follows through on commitments and consistently meets deadlines; demonstrates regular and punctual attendance, rarely late for meetings or appointments.
• Food Production – knowledge of planning, growing, and harvesting of food for consumption using appropriate equipment and techniques.

• Prepares foods including set up, preparation, delivery, and take down under the supervision of the Manager and/or Kitchen Leader.
• Maintains satisfactory sanitation in the kitchen and serving area.
• Maintains proper levels of stock at food stations and serving area.
• Prepares and keeps all necessary paperwork and documentation relating to bulk and packaged food and equipment maintenance.
• Assists other positions as needed or directed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

While we have attempted to capture the core functional responsibilities in the role, this position description is not meant to be all inclusive. Therefore, performing additional job‑related duties not listed above may be required as assigned. For applicants viewing this ad from an external site, please go to hfcc.edu/jobs to apply.