Food Service Worker - Garden City Middle School Nutrition
About The Position
Join our school nutrition team as a Food Service Worker and help serve healthy meals that fuel learning and fun every day! This position is in Nassau County, Long Island. Do you love working with kids and want a job that fits your schedule? This role offers family-friendly hours, with no nights or weekends. We are looking for individuals with a positive attitude, reliability, and a willingness to learn. At Whitsons, we know that hungry kids can’t learn. Our food service team plays a vital role in creating a healthy, happy school day—one meal at a time. If you're ready to serve with heart, this job is for you!
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.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Minimum 1 year of professional food service experience preferred but not required
- ServSafe certification preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Prep, portion, and serve meals to students and staff
- Set up and clean serving stations and kitchen areas
- Follow food safety and sanitation procedures
- Create a positive and welcoming mealtime experience
- Work as part of a fun, energetic team
Benefits
- Competitive pay + opportunities for growth
- Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and retirement
- Paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
