Substitute Food Service Worker - Multiple Locations

Candidates who are Blind or Visually Impaired and/or Deaf or Hard of Hearing are encouraged to apply for this position and may be given preference in hiring as federal laws permit.  Information related to disability is not required and, if disclosed voluntarily, will be used only in AIDB’s efforts to create opportunities for individuals with exceptionalities. Non-disclosure will not subject any applicant to adverse treatment.

Position: Substitute Food Service Worker - Multiple Locations
Alabama School for the Blind, Alabama School for the Deaf
Helen Keller School, E.H. Gentry, Alabama Industries for the Blind

ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND (AIDB)

Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world’s most comprehensive education, rehabilitation, and service program serving individuals of all ages who are Deaf, Blind, DeafBlind, multidisabled, and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 30,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults, and senior citizens with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.

Our services span a lifetime and include five campuses in Talladega, a statewide network of regional centers, Early Intervention services, traditional and nontraditional educational opportunities in residential, day, and outreach settings, and a manufacturing facility known as Alabama Industries for the Blind (AIB), the state’s largest employer of adults who are Blind. AIDB’s three K-12 schools — Alabama School for the Blind, Alabama School for the Deaf, and Helen Keller School of Alabama — provide specialized educational services that empower students to achieve their full potential.

Our employees are among the organization’s most valuable assets and resources. We share a commitment to leveling the playing field for all. Our mission makes AIDB a unique place to work

POSITION REQUIREMENTS 

• Must be 19 years of age or older.
• Ability to meet suitability criteria for employment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Servsafe Certification.
• Two (2) years of cafeteria experience in a school or residential setting.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include nights and weekends.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. unassisted and 70 lbs. with assistance.
• Must be able to follow a recipe.
• Must be able to perform physical requirements of position including but not limited to standing, walking, bending, stooping, and lifting.
• Prep food items for meal service, cooking, and serving of meals to students, staff, and guests.
• Wash dishes and put up dishes.
• Keep the work area clean and hazard free.
• Help maintain and clean kitchen equipment.
• Follow the cleaning schedule.
• Put away inventory.
• Keep storage areas clean and organized.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor/manager.
• Must attend ServSafe Food Safety training and sit for the certification exam within three (3) months of employment.
• A sign language proficiency level of SURVIVAL according to the AIDB evaluation system must be obtained within the first thirty-six (36) months of employment.

***Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB.***This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities, and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.

PAYROLL:****$10.20 hourly rate

Direct Deposit Required