FACILITIES ASSISTANT- JUVENILE SERVICE CENTER




Purpose of Job

The purpose of this classification is to prepare meals, receive food supplies from vendors, conduct inventory, serve meals to juveniles, clean, sort, and distribute laundry and linens, and other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

The Facilities Assistant is responsible for the following essential functions:

  • Cleans, cuts, prepares, and cooks various food in large amounts to a safe temperature.
  • Prepares and cooks various items according to menus, special dietary or nutritional requirements, or the number of portions to be served.
  • Apportions and serves food to juveniles
  • Washes cooking equipment such as pots, pans, dishes, utensils, and other pieces.
  • Develops, compiles, and maintains food records regarding use and expenditures.
  • Receives food and supplies from vendors, inspect shipments received and maintain accurate records.
  • Inventories supplies and equipment.
  • Ensures the cleanliness and functional operation of galley equipment, kitchen appliances, laundry equipment and work areas by routinely cleaning and inspecting each piece.
  • Wash, clean, fold and distribute all laundry and linens.
  • Ensure regular, punctual attendance during scheduled work hours
  • Perform other duties as required

Minimum Training & Qualifications

  • High School diploma or GED
  • Minimum of one (1) years related experience in food service or related field
  • Must possess and maintain CPR certification
  • Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered for employment into the position

Specialized Knowledge

  • N/A

Competencies

  • Ability to work in a position of low complexity
  • Basic understanding of PCs, tablets, smartphones and other electronic devices
  • Basic understanding of Microsoft Office suite of products
  • Ability to focus and demonstrate attention to detail
  • Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Good customer service skills
  • Good organizational and time management skills
  • Good problem solving and critical thinking skills

Physical Requirements

  • This position requires the ability to engage in frequent, moderate physical activity and occasional, heavy physical activity. Ability to lift up to 50lbs at times.
  • Must be able to operate a variety of equipment, such as a mixer, fryer, stove, steam pot, oven, grill, dishwasher, washing machine, dryer, etc.

Occupational Hazards

  • Exposure to loud or hot kitchen and laundry equipment.
  • Sharp kitchen tools and equipment that could cause bodily harm if not operated correctly.
  • Exposure to heat, humidity and cleaning chemicals.

Knox County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Knox County Government may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location : JUVENILE SERVICES

Posting Start : 10/27/2026

Posting End : 12/27/2026

MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $19.06