Food Service Worker - Harvey School Nurition

Whitsons Culinary Group•Harvey, IN

10d•$16 - $16•Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Worker prepares, portions, and serves meals to students and staff, and helps maintain clean, safe, welcoming kitchen and serving areas. The role supports the school community by providing meals that promote students’ health and ability to learn. The position is site-based in a kitchen and food service production environment and works according to the facility’s food service schedule. The posting describes the role as full-time or part-time and non-exempt; the specific schedule may vary by facility. 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 role requires following food safety, sanitation, regulatory, and company standards; completing assigned food preparation, service, and cleaning tasks accurately and on time; maintaining portion and production standards; and keeping stations stocked, clean, and properly maintained. Team members are expected to work cooperatively with the Chef Manager, Lead Cook, and other food service workers, provide friendly service, and maintain professional attendance, dress, and hygiene standards. Training is provided, and the posting states that no experience is needed, though its qualifications section says one year of professional food service experience is preferred. The work involves standing for most of the day; frequently walking, talking, and hearing; handling food, tools, and equipment; and reaching with the hands and arms. Team members must be able to lift or move up to 50 pounds, including while turning side to side. The role involves exposure to hot and cold temperatures from cooking and refrigeration equipment, movement in and out of storerooms and near freezers, and moderate to loud noise during meal service. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

Ability to speak and read English sufficiently to understand and perform job assignments, follow recipes, and comply with safety requirements.
Positive attitude and team spirit; ability to work effectively as part of a food service team in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Reliability and attention to cleanliness and detail.
Willingness to learn and follow food safety rules.
Enjoyment of working around children and school staff.
Ability to stand for most of the workday; frequently walk, talk, and hear; 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.
Ability to follow food safety, sanitation, regulatory, and company standards and maintain accurate logs and documentation.
Ability to complete assigned tasks accurately and on time and follow portion and production standards.
Must complete all Whitsons and government-mandated training.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Prepare, portion, and serve meals to students and staff.
Set up and clean serving stations and kitchen areas.
Follow food safety, sanitation, regulatory, and company procedures and standards.
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 accurate logs and documentation.
Keep stations stocked, clean, and properly maintained throughout the service day.
Serve guests in a friendly and professional manner and help create a welcoming mealtime experience.
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.
Travel occasionally to other locations for substitute coverage or support, as needed.