Food Service Worker - East Islip School Nutrition

Whitsons Culinary Group•Islip Terrace, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Worker prepares, portions, and serves meals to students and staff, sets up and cleans serving stations and kitchen areas, follows food safety and sanitation procedures, and helps create a positive mealtime experience. The role is part of a school nutrition team serving meals in a fast-paced kitchen environment. The position is primarily site-based and operates mainly in a kitchen and food service production environment. Days and hours align with the facility’s food service schedule; the posting describes family-friendly weekday hours, with no regular nights or weekends. 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 position is described as full-time or part-time, non-exempt. Pay is $17 per hour.

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.
Must complete all Whitsons and government-mandated training.
Stand for the majority of the workday; frequently walk, talk, and hear; use hands and fingers to 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

At least one year of professional food service experience is preferred.
ServSafe certification is preferred.

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 required logs and documentation.
Complete assigned preparation, service, and sanitation tasks accurately and on time, following portion and production standards.
Monitor temperatures, maintain station setup and stock, and keep work areas clean and properly maintained.
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 to support daily service goals.
Follow assigned schedules and break rotations and maintain appropriate dress and hygiene standards.