Food Service Worker

Eastconn • Hampton, CT

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About The Position

The Food Service Worker supports food service activities at EASTCONN Food Services at Bridges Community School. The role includes preparing and serving food and beverages to students and/or school personnel, operating the point-of-sale system and cash register, and maintaining food service facilities in a safe and sanitary condition. Food is prepared according to supervisors’ instructions and approved National School Lunch Program guidelines.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• At least 3 years of food service experience.
• Experience with the National School Lunch Program and CACFP.
• ServSafe certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve a variety of foods and beverages.
• Clean work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
• Wash, peel, scrape, and cut vegetables and fruits.
• Prepare foods according to supervisors’ instructions and approved National School Lunch Program guidelines.
• Dish out food portions onto trays or plates.
• Clean kitchen equipment, pots and pans, counters, and tables.
• Sweep and mop floors.
• Store food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
• Package take-out foods and/or serve food to students.
• Portion and wrap food or place it directly on trays for student service.
• Place food trays over food warmers for immediate service or store them in refrigerated storage cabinets.
• Inform supervisors when supplies are low or equipment is not working properly.
• Operate the point-of-sale computer, complete credit card transactions, and make accurate change.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.
• Participation in the Connecticut State Partnership Health Plan, where applicable.
• Retirement plan participation.
• Paid sick leave and personal leave, as applicable.
• Employer-paid life insurance and optional employee-paid supplemental life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED