Food Service Worker - Franklin Park School District

Whitsons Culinary Group•Franklin Park, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

School Food Service Worker – Fuel Young Minds with Every Meal! Join our school nutrition team as a Food Service Worker and help prepare fresh, nutritious meals that give students the energy to learn and thrive! At Whitsons, we believe food has the power to transform a school day. Our cooks are everyday heroes who prepare meals that nourish bodies and minds. Join us and bring your heart to the kitchen where it matters most. Apply today and help cook up a brighter future—at Whitsons our mission is Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™.

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 but not required
ServSafe certification preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Prep, light cooking and prepare a variety of meals according to school menus
Ensure all food is safely cooked and presented with care
Maintain a clean and organized kitchen workspace
Work with team members to serve meals in a timely, friendly manner
Support special dietary needs and food allergy safety procedures
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.