Foodservice Worker

Great Western Dining Service•Hillsboro, MO

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Great Western Dining Service is a forward-thinking food service management company that recognizes the profound impact of exceptional cuisine. We believe that food fosters connection, cultivates the community, and creates enduring memories. We are committed to cultivating a professional environment that values creativity, innovation, and collaboration. Our diverse team members are empowered to contribute fresh perspectives and inspired ideas, resulting in distinctive and memorable dining experiences for our guests. As we continue to grow, we are proud to provide accelerated career advancement opportunities for dedicated and driven team members. Foodservice Worker Great Western Dining at our Jefferson College in Hillsboro MO is looking for fun and energetic people to join our team.

Requirements

Must be a hard worker with a willingness to learn.
Must be customer service oriented and enjoy working in a food service environment.
Must be dependable and reliable.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships.
Able to work in fast-paced environment, follow instructions and use manual or electric appliances.
Good math and reading skills and some computer skills required.
Continuous walking and other means of mobility up to 8 hours a day
Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push/pull and frequently lift/move up to 30 pounds
Ability to work the full 6am–2pm shift
Comfortable working in a team environment
Basic food prep skills; willingness to learn
Ability to lift up to 25–40 lbs or up with assistance and stand for extended periods
Reliability and strong work ethic

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of food preparation duties other than cooking, such as preparing cold foods, washing, peeling, and cutting various foods, fruits and vegetables, to prepare for cooking or serving, slicing meat, mixing ingredients for salads and brewing coffee or tea
Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, or silverware, vacuum dining area and sweep and mop kitchen floor
Carry food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas; stock cupboards and refrigerators and tend salad bars and buffet lines
Assist cooks and kitchen staff with various tasks as needed and serving during mealtimes
Receive and store food supplies, equipment, and utensils in refrigerators, cupboards, and other storage areas
Take and record temperature of food and food storage areas--refrigerators, freezers, line
Ensure uniform and personal appearance is clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets
Ensure adherence to quality expectations and HACCP standards
Prepare and serve breakfast each morning
Set up and prepare daycare food service
Make daily soup
Operate the smoothie bar
Run “Showtime” (daily action station/food service period)
Assist cooks with meal prep as needed
Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards
Support general kitchen and program operations as assigned