Food Service Worker - Conval South Meadow School Nutrition

Whitsons Culinary Group • Peterborough, NH

2h • Onsite

About The Position

Whitsons is hiring a Food Service Worker to prepare and serve meals to students and staff in a school nutrition program. The role helps provide a healthy, welcoming mealtime experience and supports students’ health and learning. Work is primarily site-based in a kitchen and food service production environment, with occasional travel to other locations for substitute coverage or support. Days and hours align with the facility’s food service schedule; occasional extended hours may be required for special events or operational needs. The position is described as full-time or part-time, non-exempt, and pays $16 per hour.

Requirements

• Complete all Whitsons and government-mandated training as required.
• Ability to speak and read English sufficiently to understand and perform job assignments, follow recipes, and comply with safety requirements.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a food service team in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Positive and professional demeanor, reliability, attention to cleanliness, and willingness to learn and follow food safety rules.
• 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 work around hot and cold temperatures, storerooms, and freezers.
• Close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 1 year of professional food service experience (preferred but not required).
• ServSafe certification (preferred but not required).
• Enjoyment of working around children and school staff.

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 and comply with Whitsons policies.
• Complete food preparation, service, and sanitation tasks accurately and on time.
• Follow portion and production standards for consistent, high-quality meal service.
• Monitor temperatures and ensure stations are stocked, clean, and properly maintained.
• Serve guests in a friendly and professional manner and maintain a welcoming service station.
• Work cooperatively with the Chef Manager, Lead Cook, and fellow food service workers.
• Follow assigned schedules and break rotations and maintain proper dress and hygiene standards.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Retirement benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Opportunities for growth.
• Family-friendly schedule, with weekends, evenings, holidays, and summers off as described in the posting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed