Food Service Worker - Bon Air Juvenile Center

Whitsons Culinary Group•North Chesterfield, VA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Deliver Comfort and Compassion Through Daily Meals Are you someone who enjoys helping others and wants a job where your work really matters? Join our team as a Food Service Worker in a secure juvenile corrections facility, where you’ll help prepare and serve meals that support health, structure, and a sense of normalcy for those in your care.

Requirements

Must complete all Whitsons and government-mandated training as required.
Ability to speak and read English sufficient to understand and perform job assignments, follow recipes, and comply with safety requirements.
Always presents a positive and professional image; ability to work effectively as part of a food service team in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Nice To Haves

Minimum 1 year of professional food service experience preferred; school nutrition or institutional food service experience also preferred.
ServSafe certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Preparing and serving meals that follow specific menus and guidelines
Keeping the kitchen and serving areas clean, safe, and organized
Helping with food deliveries and stocking supplies
Following all safety and cleanliness rules
Working with a friendly, supportive team that values respect and routine
Consistently follows food safety, sanitation, and applicable regulatory standards; maintains accurate logs and documentation and complies with all Whitsons policies at all times.
Completes assigned food preparation, service, and sanitation tasks accurately and on time; follows portion and production standards to ensure consistent, high-quality meal service every shift.
Demonstrates care in portioning, temperature monitoring, station setup, and recordkeeping; ensures every station is stocked, clean, and properly maintained throughout the service day.
Works cooperatively with the Chef Manager, Lead Cook, and fellow food service workers; contributes to a positive, productive kitchen environment and supports the team’s daily service goals.
Serves guests in a friendly and professional manner; takes pride in the quality and presentation of every meal; maintains a welcoming and clean station at all times.
Arrives on time, follows assigned schedules and break rotations, maintains proper dress and hygiene standards, and consistently presents a positive image on behalf of Whitsons.