Food Service Worker
About The Position
Rock Valley Community Programs is seeking a full-time Food Service Worker to prepare and serve meals in a large-scale kitchen while supporting kitchen operations, food safety compliance, inventory, stocking, sanitation, and supervision of kitchen staff and resident prep workers. The role supports special events, maintains compliance with food service and safety regulations, and oversees kitchen operations during assigned shifts. It also involves enforcing program rules, promoting resident accountability, completing incident reports as needed, maintaining awareness of emergency procedures, communicating through daily emails and shift logs, building positive working relationships with staff, and maintaining regular attendance and timely communication with supervisors. The position works from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on a rotating schedule, with every other weekend off. Starting pay is $17.33. The role requires extended periods of sitting, standing, and walking and occasional lifting or moving of up to 25 pounds. Employment is contingent on passing state and federal background checks, and candidates must complete an on-site TB test and drug screening and an off-site pre-employment physical. CPR, First Aid, CBRF Fire Safety, and Choking training must be completed within 90 days.
Requirements
- Strong judgment, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.
- Must complete an on-site TB test and drug screening and an off-site pre-employment physical.
- Must complete CPR, First Aid, CBRF Fire Safety, and Choking training within 90 days.
- Employment is contingent upon passing a state and federal background check.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in food service, culinary programs, or cooking is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and serve meals in a large-scale kitchen environment.
- Lead kitchen operations and assist in supervising kitchen staff and resident prep workers.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen and ensure compliance with food safety standards.
- Assist with food ordering, inventory, stocking, and meal preparation.
- Support and coach residents while promoting accountability and program expectations.
- Collaborate with staff to provide quality food service and support special events.
- Maintain accurate communication through daily shift logs and contribute to a positive, team-oriented environment.
- Enforce program rules, complete incident reports as needed, and maintain awareness of emergency procedures.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance beginning on the first of the month after the date of hire.
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Paid vacation, PTO, and sick time.
- Retirement savings programs.
- Opportunities for growth and advancement.
- Paid training and certifications.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
