PRN Kitchen Associate

Pyramid Healthcare – Silvermist Recovery | Renfrew, PA

📍 Location: Renfrew, PA
💲 Pay: $16.00–$17.00 per hour
🕒 Schedule: PRN (As Needed)

Help Fuel Recovery Through Compassionate Care

Pyramid Healthcare's Silvermist Recovery program in Renfrew, PA is seeking a dependable and motivated PRN Kitchen Associate to join our dietary services team. In this role, you'll help prepare and serve nutritious meals while maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment. Every meal you help provide plays an important role in supporting our clients on their recovery journey.

Position Summary

In accordance with department policies and procedures, the Kitchen Associate is responsible for assisting with the preparation and serving of high-quality meals in a timely, efficient, sanitary, and consistent manner. This position also supports kitchen cleanliness, equipment maintenance, food safety, and overall dietary operations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and serve meals in accordance with established menus, recipes, and food safety standards.

• Assist with food preparation to meet production needs and meal service schedules.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment at all times.

• Follow all food handling, sanitation, and infection control guidelines.

• Utilize standardized recipes and proper portion control techniques.

• Prepare meals that accommodate dietary restrictions and special nutritional needs.

• Complete required documentation, including food and equipment temperature logs.

• Wash, sanitize, and properly store dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen equipment.

• Perform daily and scheduled cleaning duties throughout the kitchen and dining areas.

• Operate kitchen equipment safely and report maintenance concerns promptly.

• Assist with receiving, rotating, and storing food and supplies according to department procedures.

• Provide excellent customer service while interacting with clients and staff.

• Report accidents, injuries, incidents, or safety concerns immediately.

• Complete all required trainings and mandatory education.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Previous food service or kitchen experience preferred.

• Knowledge of basic food preparation techniques and commercial kitchen equipment preferred.

• ServSafe certification is preferred or willingness to obtain after hire.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read, write, and follow written and verbal instructions.

• Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills.

• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.

• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

• Sound judgment and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to respond appropriately during emergencies or unexpected situations.

• Commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for clients and staff.

Join Pyramid Healthcare and become part of a team dedicated to helping individuals build healthier lives through compassionate, quality care.