Food Service Worker - Hanover Middle School Nutrition

Whitsons Culinary Group•Hanover, NH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Whitsons is seeking a Food Service Worker for Hanover Middle School Nutrition to help prepare and serve meals that support students’ health and learning. The role includes preparing, portioning, and serving meals to students and staff; setting up and cleaning serving stations and kitchen areas; following food safety and sanitation procedures; and creating a welcoming mealtime experience. Team members work with the Chef Manager, Lead Cook, and other food service workers in a fast-paced kitchen environment. The position is site-based and follows the facility’s food service schedule. The posting describes family-friendly hours, typically ending by mid-afternoon, with no regular nights or weekends; weekends, evenings, holidays, and summers off are also highlighted. Occasional extended hours may be needed for special events or operational needs, and occasional travel to other locations may be required for substitute coverage or support. The role is described as full-time or part-time; the posting does not specify which schedule applies to this opening. The work takes place primarily in a kitchen and food service production environment, with moderate to loud noise during meal service. Standing is required for most of the workday. The role also involves frequent walking, handling food and equipment, reaching, exposure to hot and cold temperatures, and lifting or moving up to 50 pounds. Whitsons offers pay of $20 per hour, medical, dental and vision benefits, retirement, and paid time off.

Requirements

Ability to speak and read English well enough 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, team spirit, reliability, and attention to cleanliness.
Willingness to learn and follow food safety rules.
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.
Ability to work in a kitchen environment with exposure to hot and cold temperatures and moderate to loud noise during meal service.
Must complete all Whitsons and government-mandated training.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of professional food service experience preferred.
ServSafe certification preferred.
Enjoyment of working around children and school staff.

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.
Complete food preparation, service, and sanitation tasks accurately and on time, following portion and production standards.
Monitor temperatures and maintain stocked, clean, and properly maintained stations.
Serve guests in a friendly and professional manner and help create a positive, welcoming mealtime experience.
Work cooperatively with the Chef Manager, Lead Cook, and fellow food service workers to support daily service goals.
Follow assigned schedules and break rotations and maintain appropriate dress and hygiene standards.
Travel occasionally to other locations for substitute coverage or support, if needed.