Substitute Food Service Worker - Yorktown School Nutrition
About The Position
The Substitute Food Service Worker supports school meal service by preparing, portioning, and serving meals to students and staff, maintaining clean and safe kitchen and serving areas, and helping the team wherever needed. The position offers flexible, on-call scheduling aligned with the facility’s food service schedule. The posting describes family-friendly hours, no nights, weekends, or holidays, and summers off. Training is provided; prior experience is preferred but not required. This is a non-exempt position that may be full-time or part-time. Work is primarily based at a school kitchen and food service production site, with occasional travel to other locations for substitute coverage or support. Occasional extended hours may be needed for special events or operational needs. The role requires following food safety and sanitation requirements, maintaining accurate records, and providing friendly, professional service in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Requirements
- 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 attitude and willingness to help; dependability and attention to cleanliness.
- Ability to take direction and follow food safety rules.
- Ability to arrive on time and follow assigned schedules and break rotations.
- Must complete all Whitsons and government-mandated training.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 year of professional food service experience is preferred.
- ServSafe certification is preferred.
- Enjoyment of being around children and school staff.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, portion, and serve meals to students and staff.
- Set up and clean serving areas and kitchen equipment.
- Follow food safety, sanitation, and applicable regulatory guidelines and maintain accurate logs and documentation.
- Complete assigned food preparation, service, and sanitation tasks accurately and on time, following portion and production standards.
- Monitor temperatures and maintain stocked, clean, and properly maintained stations throughout the service day.
- Work cooperatively with the Chef Manager, Lead Cook, and fellow food service workers to support daily service goals.
- Serve guests in a friendly and professional manner and maintain a welcoming, clean station.
- Follow assigned schedules and break rotations and maintain appropriate dress and hygiene standards.
- Support other team needs as assigned.
- Travel occasionally to other locations for substitute coverage or support.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Retirement benefits.
- Paid time off.
- Training is provided.
- Opportunities for growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
