Food Service Worker

Eckerd Connects • Laredo, TX

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Food Service Worker is responsible for maintaining good housekeeping in the kitchen and dining areas. In addition, assists in the serving and preparation of food. The Food Service Worker assists the cook in the preparation of food, number of students expected, and monitoring stockroom commodities. Assists in serving food; may make coffee, tea and other beverages or salads and salad dressings. Cleans food service area, tables and kitchen equipment and appliances, and ensures proper floor care. Operates dish-washing equipment to ensure dishes and utensils are cleaned and sanitized. Cleans and checks kitchen service equipment, and ensures work area is safe, clean, and sanitary. Replenish napkin dispensers, plate and silverware racks, fills salt and pepper shakers, condiments, etc.

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Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must possess or be able to obtain ServSafe food safety certification.
• Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.

Nice To Haves

• Three to six months’ food preparation training and related food service work experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining good housekeeping in the kitchen and dining areas.
• Assisting in the serving and preparation of food.
• Assisting the cook in the preparation of food, number of students expected, and monitoring stockroom commodities.
• Serving food; may make coffee, tea and other beverages or salads and salad dressings.
• Cleaning food service area, tables and kitchen equipment and appliances, and ensuring proper floor care.
• Operating dish-washing equipment to ensure dishes and utensils are cleaned and sanitized.
• Cleaning and checking kitchen service equipment, and ensuring work area is safe, clean, and sanitary.
• Replenishing napkin dispensers, plate and silverware racks, filling salt and pepper shakers, condiments, etc.

Benefits

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 9 days of Vacation in the first year of service
• Minimum of 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
• Workers Compensation
• AD&D Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED