Food Services Associate
Company: The Fort Wayne Rescue Mission Ministries Inc
Location: Fort Wayne
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Food Services Associate Our Mission Statement: “To provide
through the power of Jesus Christ, a home for the homeless, food
for the hungry and hope for their future.” We have a full-time
opening for a Food Services Associate at The Fort Wayne Rescue
Mission. Hourly rate starting at $17/hour plus shift differentials.
Below is the schedule we are filling: Saturday - Wednesday, 10:30
a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Full-Time Benefits Medical Insurance Dental
Benefits Vision 403b Savings Plan and Generous Company Match
Generous Paid Time Off Paid Holidays EAP (Employee Assistance
Program) Group Life Insurance Supplemental Life Insurance for
Dependents Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plans Position
Description To supervise and perform the smooth completion of daily
food preparation, serving meals and facilitate proper clean-up
operations. Maintain a basic menu, request ordering of food and
kitchen supplies promptly. Serve as a job coach teaching job
readiness skills to participants. The Food Services Associate
should have the heart of a servant in accordance with Colossians
3:23 “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working
for the Lord, not for human masters.” Key Tasks and
Responsibilities Provide high-quality meals for guests while
maintaining accountability to TRM’s practices of good stewardship.
Prepare and serve food for in-house functions as well as
after-hours events. Perform all of this while reflecting the love
of Jesus to each guest as the opportunity to serve arises. Keep all
food service equipment and surrounding areas sanitized and properly
stored at the end of assignment and assist in maintaining
cleanliness of dining room. Maintain the kitchen/dining facilities
to meet Board of Health requirements. Apprise supervisor of
problems or situations that arise, such as product shortages,
special order, repair, or maintenance needs. Oversee participants
during Vocational Program hours which includes; collaborating with
Case Managers, providing initial and ongoing training to
participants, giving job/task specific feedback, and participating
in Program Participant Vocational Program reviews. Oversee
volunteer groups and program participants. Other Duties Demonstrate
professional, ethical and moral behavior including boundaries with
guests, volunteers and clients. Attend quarterly All Staff
meetings. Job performance should demonstrate The Rescue Mission's
Core Values; Organization Integrity, Organizational Unity and
Organizational Effectiveness. Perform other job-related duties as
assigned. Be prepared to pray with and offer spiritual support to
others. Education, Training, and Experience High School Degree of
equivalent 6 months previous experience in food services role.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Basic computer skills with
knowledge of internet and email. Knowledge of ServSafe guidelines.
Certification preferred. Knowledge of methods, principles,
processes, materials, techniques, and equipment used in quantity
food preparation and customer service. Knowledge of proper food
storage and handling techniques, and the quality, safety, and
sanitary standards involved in food preparation. Knowledge of
production and processing, including cost controls and other
techniques for effective operations. Knowledge and experience in
assessing, coordinating, and preparing food prep levels. Knowledge
of principles of and processes for providing customer satisfaction.
Ability to relate to people well, being approachable, as well as
have the ability to manage guest needs simultaneously. Service
orientation, identifying ways to help other people and develop
constructive, cooperative working relationships. Ability to exhibit
active listening, verbal comprehension and communication skills.
Ability to work with individuals of various socio-economic, ethnic,
and racial populations. Ability to comply with personal and
business requirements and expectations as detailed in the Employee
Handbook. Good verbal communication skills. High level of
self-motivation. Ability to resolve problems using teamwork.
Flexibility in work hours as needed to assure proper coverage.
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