Food Service Worker - Nyack School Nutrition

Whitsons Culinary Group•Nyack, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Worker helps prepare and serve healthy meals to students and staff in a school nutrition setting. The role includes preparing, portioning, and serving meals; setting up and cleaning serving stations and kitchen areas; following food safety and sanitation procedures; and creating a positive mealtime experience. The position is part of a team working in a fast-paced kitchen and food service production environment. This is a non-exempt position that may be full-time or part-time, with days and hours aligned to the facility’s food service schedule. The role 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 posting highlights a Monday–Friday schedule, with no nights or weekends, and notes that evenings, holidays, and summers are off. The position requires standing for most of the workday; frequent walking, talking, and hearing; handling food, tools, and equipment; reaching; and lifting or moving up to 50 pounds, including while turning side to side. The work involves exposure to hot and cold temperatures from cooking and refrigeration equipment, regular movement in and out of storerooms and near freezers, and moderate-to-loud noise during meal service.

Requirements

Complete all Whitsons and government-mandated training as required.
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 stand for most of the workday; frequently walk, talk, and hear; handle food, tools, and equipment; reach; and lift or move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in hot and cold conditions and move regularly in and out of storerooms and near freezers.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of professional food service experience; preferred but not required.
ServSafe certification; preferred but not required.
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 and comply with company policies.
Complete food preparation, service, and sanitation tasks accurately and on time.
Follow portion and production standards to provide consistent, high-quality meal service.
Monitor temperatures and maintain stocked, clean, and properly maintained stations.
Serve guests in a friendly and professional manner and maintain a welcoming, clean 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.