Kitchen Helper for Seminole Elder Services

Kitchen Helper for Seminole Elder Services Location Okeechobee, FL :

We're looking for a Kitchen Helper with prior food prep experience that loves interacting with Seniors and those with disabilities!

Typically the work schedule is Monday to Friday 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. with a 30 minute lunch. This is based at the Brighton Reservation. Starting at $18 per hour.

Note that Elder Services does run the community hurricane shelter for the Seminole Tribe so it is required to be able to work the shelters overnight for the duration of the storm.

Position Summary

The incumbent in this position is responsible for preparing food to be cooked and plated by a head cook, chef, line cook or grill cook within the Seminole Tribe of Florida's Elder Services Department. The individual efficiently processes and completes needed steps in the food prep area. The incumbent ensures all prep items are prepared and stored to specifications. Cleans work area and other kitchen areas as defined by the Supervisors.

Qualifications / Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent GED is required. A minimum of six (6) months of experience working in food service line settings or related field is required. Must possess an understanding and caring attitude toward senior citizens. Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrate excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License. Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays

About STOF

The Seminole Tribe of Florida is a federally recognized Native American Tribe and sovereign Tribal Government, dedicated to providing high quality care and services to its members who reside on reservations throughout South Florida; Hollywood, Big Cypress, Brighton, Fort Pierce, Immokalee, Tampa and two satellite offices located in Naples and Miami (Trail).

With our Headquarters based in Hollywood, Florida, The Seminole Tribe of Florida has approximately 2,000 employees spread throughout our Reservations. The Tribe has developed numerous employment opportunities through a broad range of services such as Accounting, Education, Public Works, Media Productions, Community Planning, Recreation, Credit & Finance, Health, Museum, Public Safety, Legal, Information Technology and Elder Services, along with many others. The Seminole Tribe of Florida has more non-contiguous reservations than any tribe in North America. Take a walk through our six reservations by visiting us online at

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Food service: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Florida Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Okeechobee, FL (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Okeechobee, FL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person