Food Service Specialist
Talbert House
Summary
Sets a tone of hospitality and professionalism while participating in food service activities at residential treatment facilities, halfway houses and/or as part of House Café and Catering.
Job description
Position Summary
Sets a tone of hospitality and professionalism while participating in food service activities at residential treatment facilities, halfway houses and/or as part of House Café and Catering.
Position Description
- Assist in preparing food and beverages for serving line
- Set up and clear serving lines and dining room areas daily, including paper goods, ice, condiments, etc.; remove kitchen and dining room trash when needed
- Wash cookware and dishware; maintain sanitary conditions in accordance with prescribed standards for commercial/institutional kitchens
- Maintain security of working area for client and employee safety
- Stock food and supplies in store room, pantry, refrigerator and or freezer
- Preserve security of all service utensils and equipment issued and stored for kitchen
- Train and monitor work of clients in serving, cleaning and food storage during an assigned shift when needed
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Prioritize tasks appropriately and use time efficiently; problem solve as needed
- Demonstrated interest in food service or hospitality
- Knowledge of basic food safety standards and practices to ensure safe food handling
- Demonstrate professional behavior in speech and attire
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Other physical demands as required by the site/location
- Ability/availability to work weekends
Job Requirements
- High School diploma or High School Equivalency
- 3 to 6 months of relevant food service experience
- Available hours to work between 6:00am and 6:00pm
- Valid driver license and auto insurance
- Ability to obtain basic ServSafe Certification within first 6 months of employment
Essential Functions/Physical Demands
- Positional: Infrequent sitting. Frequent standing and walking. Driving in accordance with job duties assigned
- Gross Mobility: Occasional climbing, crawling, and crouching. Frequent balancing, stooping, and kneeling. Constant reaching and handling
- Sensory: Frequent feeling, tasting/smelling. Frequent use of color vision; far, midrange and near visual acuity, depth perception, visual accommodation and field of vision. Frequent to constant talking/communicating
Requirements
- High School diploma or High School Equivalency
- 3 to 6 months of relevant food service experience
- Available hours to work between 6:00am and 6:00pm
- Valid driver license and auto insurance
- Ability to obtain basic ServSafe Certification within first 6 months of employment
- Knowledge of basic food safety standards and practices
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Ability/availability to work weekends
Company overview
Talbert House is a prominent nonprofit organization specializing in comprehensive mental health and substance abuse treatment services. Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, the organization has established itself as a leading provider of behavioral healthcare services in the region. Talbert House offers a wide range of programs including outpatient counseling, residential treatment, prevention services, and community-based interventions for individuals and families affected by mental health challenges and addiction. The organization operates with a mission to empower individuals to overcome personal crises and achieve self-sufficiency through evidence-based treatment approaches. With a strong commitment to community service, Talbert House provides accessible care to diverse populations, including adults, adolescents, and families facing behavioral health issues. The organization's integrated service model addresses both mental health and substance use disorders, recognizing the complex interplay between these conditions. Talbert House plays a vital role in the regional healthcare ecosystem by offering crisis intervention, recovery support, and long-term rehabilitation services that help individuals rebuild their lives and contribute positively to their communities.