Lead Food Service Worker - Orange School District Nutrition

Whitsons Culinary Group•Orange, NJ

3d•Onsite

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! 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! Apply today and help nourish young minds—at Whitsons our mission is Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™.

Requirements

Must complete all Whitsons and government-mandated training as required
Minimum 2–3 years of professional food service experience required
Demonstrated ability to direct the work of others in a kitchen or food service environment
ServSafe certification required
Local food safety certification required in any jurisdiction of employment
Ability to read and follow approved menus, recipes, yield guides, and production records
Ability to complete compliance documentation accurately
Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, and the ability to lead a team with a calm, positive, and accountable approach
Must be able to speak and read English sufficient to perform job assignments and communicate effectively with school staff, parents, and team members
Always presents a positive and professional image
Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment
Commitment to food safety, team development, and Whitsons’ mission
A positive attitude and team spirit
Reliability and attention to cleanliness
Willingness to learn and follow food safety rules
Enjoyment of working around children and school staff

Nice To Haves

Food safety manager training strongly preferred
Prior lead, senior, or PIC experience in a school nutrition or institutional food service setting strongly preferred
Experience with USDA NSLP/SBP program requirements, production records, and temperature log maintenance preferred
Experience with POS systems and cash handling preferred
A valid driver’s license is preferred

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
Completes all food preparation, service, compliance documentation, and sanitation responsibilities accurately and on time
Effectively coordinates and directs the food service team during the shift
Assigns tasks, monitors performance, and addresses operational issues with professionalism and sound judgment
Maintains current ServSafe certification and serves as the on-site food safety authority during the shift
Enforces sanitation standards, temperature controls, and compliance documentation with consistency and accountability
Serves students and school staff in a friendly and professional manner
Takes pride in food quality, presentation, and the overall meal experience
Maintains a welcoming and clean service environment at all times
Models Whitsons’ standards of conduct, appearance, and attitude for the food service team
Follows all policies, schedules, and procedures and holds the team to the same standard