Food Service Worker - Maercker School Nutrition

Whitsons Culinary Group•Willowbrook, IL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Worker helps prepare and serve meals to students and staff in a school nutrition program. The role includes preparing and portioning food, setting up and cleaning kitchen and serving areas, following food safety and sanitation procedures, and creating a positive mealtime experience. The position works as part of a food service team in a fast-paced kitchen environment and is primarily site-based. Days and hours follow the facility’s food service schedule; the posting describes weekday, family-friendly hours and says work is generally finished by mid-afternoon. The role may require occasional extended hours for special events or operational needs, and occasional travel to other locations for substitute coverage or support. The position is described as full-time or part-time, non-exempt. Pay is $15 per hour. The posting says no experience is needed and training will be provided; its qualification section lists at least one year of professional food service experience and ServSafe certification as preferred. Benefits listed include medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement, and paid time off.

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.
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 accurate logs and documentation.
Complete food preparation, service, and sanitation tasks accurately and on time, following portion and production standards.
Monitor food temperatures and ensure stations are stocked, 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.