Food Service Worker/Cashier - Fall Mountain School Nutrition

Whitsons Culinary Group•Alstead, NH

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Worker/Cashier supports school nutrition service by preparing, portioning, and serving meals to students and staff. The role includes setting up and cleaning serving stations and kitchen areas, following food safety and sanitation procedures, and helping create a positive, welcoming mealtime experience. Team members work with the Chef Manager, Lead Cook, and other food service workers in a fast-paced kitchen environment. This is a non-exempt position that may be full-time or part-time, with days and hours aligned with the facility’s food service schedule. The position is primarily site-based, though occasional travel to other locations may be required for substitute coverage or support. Occasional extended hours may be required for special events or operational needs. The role is primarily performed in a kitchen and food service production environment, with moderate to loud noise during meal service.

Requirements

Ability to speak and read English sufficiently to understand and perform job assignments, follow recipes, and comply with safety requirements.
Ability to work effectively as part of a food service team in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Positive attitude, reliability, attention to cleanliness, and willingness to learn and follow food safety rules.
Ability to work around children and school staff.
Ability to stand for most of the workday; frequently walk, talk, and hear; handle food, tools, and equipment; and reach with hands and arms.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, including while turning side to side.
Close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 1 year of professional food service experience preferred but not required.
ServSafe certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Prepare, portion, and serve meals to students and staff.
Set up and clean serving stations and kitchen areas.
Follow food safety, sanitation, and applicable regulatory standards.
Maintain accurate logs and documentation and comply with Whitsons policies.
Complete food preparation, service, and sanitation tasks accurately and on time.
Follow portion and production standards to provide consistent meal service.
Monitor temperatures and ensure stations are stocked, clean, and properly maintained.
Serve guests in a friendly and professional manner and maintain a welcoming service station.
Work cooperatively with the Chef Manager, Lead Cook, and fellow food service workers.
Follow assigned schedules and break rotations and maintain proper dress and hygiene standards.
Complete Whitsons and government-mandated training as required.