Food Service Tech

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Thompson Center - Aurora, IL, Position Type: Full-Time, Education Level: High School or GED, Salary Range: $21.75 - $21.75Hourly, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Health Care, The Association for Individual Development (AID) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to empower people with physical, developmental, intellectual, mental health challenges; those who have suffered a trauma; and those at risk, to enjoy lives of dignity and purpose.  We are looking for a Food Service Tech who demonstrates this mission and wants to work for an organization that makes a difference in the community. 

Schedule: Monday- Friday 9am-4pm 50% in Elgin location 50% in Aurora location. 

What you will be doing? 

Responsible for assisting with training clients in basic food service skills and positive work behaviors, to enhance their independence and prepare them for community employment. The position also requires assisting in training basic cooking skills to Residential Staff and meal planning. Implement hot lunch program for CDS Clients in Aurora and Elgin locations and assist in Food Truck program.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Provide programming 50% of the time in Aurora and 50% of the time in Elgin Community Day Services to ensure continuity across assigned day programs.
Train clients in food service skills using verbal instruction and demonstration using a client-centered approach. This includes at minimum cooking class during day programs, Hot Lunch program and Food Truck program. Other programs as instructed by Supervisor.
Provide training to Residential Staff in the areas of basic cooking, meal planning and nutrition under the guidance of the Licensed Dietician.
Provide instruction/training as defined in the clients’ Individual Plans to assist in developing food service and life skills, including in areas of health promotion and positive behaviors
Maintain accurate documentation of client programming
Develop a nutritionally sound menu to use as a teaching tool
Develop and follow a daily cleaning schedule to maintain kitchen and attached room
Maintain a clean and safe work environment in accordance with agency and Public Health standards
Know and follow the AID policies and procedures
Familiarity with rules and standards of all regulatory bodies including but not limited to DHS, CARF, OSHA, HFS, DPH, Fire and Safety Codes
Complete following trainings:

DSP within 120 days of hire
Maintain current Certification in CPR and FA 
Maintain current Certification in CPI
OIG Rule 50 training on first day and annually
HIPAA, Infection Control, and Hazard Communication annually
Maintain Food Service Certification
Other assigned trainings 

Present a positive approach to job and interpersonal relationships including the team process
Good attendance as defined by program guidelines
Provide classes and training to all locations as determined by Supervisor.
Assist in curriculum development and conduct classes for clients and staff (in collaboration with Licensed Dietician and Training Department).
Inventory supplies and restock as needed, ensuring that materials/supplies are in working order and ready for use
Transport clients in personal automobile as needed

What will we provide Full Time employees. Benefits_Summary.pdf

21 Days of Paid Time Off plus 10 Paid Holidays  
Paid training 
Tuition reimbursement  
Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, Critical Illness and accident insurance 
401K with a 3.5% company contribution after one year. 

Qualifications: What will you bring to the table?

Education: 

High School education or equivalent

License/certifications:  

Current Certification in Food Service Sanitation
Complete ServSafe Certification within 30 days of Employment

Experience:    

At least one year of experience in Food Service 
Previous experience working with persons with developmental and/or behavioral health disabilities preferred
At least one year of experience facilitating, providing instruction in a group, classroom setting or similar environment

Physical: 

Must be able to lift or move up to 50lbs
Meet medical/physical requirement in accordance with food service industry guidelines (i.e. standing, balance, reaching, handling, fingering and vision)

Equipment: 

Microwave   
Toaster     
Warming Box
Electric Mixer   
Stove 
Air Fryer    
Oven   
Food Processor        
Food Dehydrator       
Blender 
Broiler   
Computer
Copy Machine
Fax Machine
Phone w/Voicemail

Additional Requirements: 

Minimum age requirement: 18 years
Position requires a valid Illinois driver’s license and a good driving record as defined by AID driver eligibility requirements.
Position requires the minimum amount of liability insurance as defined by AID personnel policies. Mileage reimbursement provided. 
Transport clients in personal and/or agency vehicle 
Drive truck and pull Agency Food Trailer
Complete DHS approved Direct Support Person (DSP) Training if not already on registry 
Must demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills
Must demonstrate effective computer skills
Attend in-service trainings as required
Attendance at after hour meetings/programmatic functions required
Demonstrate proficiency in electronic client record system, after training
Demonstrate flexibility in teaching methods

If we seem like a good fit, consider joining our growing team of compassionate, hardworking, and caring individuals, and start your path toward a fulfilling career that you can be proud to work.