Substitute Food Service Worker - Shelton School Nutrition

Whitsons Culinary Group•Shelton, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Whitsons is hiring a Substitute Food Service Worker for its Shelton School Nutrition team. The role supports school meal service by preparing, portioning, and serving meals to students and staff and maintaining clean, safe, welcoming kitchen and serving areas. The position is primarily site-based in a kitchen and food service production environment, with occasional travel to other locations for substitute coverage or support. The work environment has moderate to loud noise during meal service and exposure to hot and cold temperatures from cooking and refrigeration equipment. The schedule follows the facility’s food service hours. The posting describes weekday work and time off during evenings, weekends, holidays, and summers, while also noting that occasional extended hours may be needed for special events or operational needs. This is a non-exempt position and may be full-time or part-time. Pay is $19.62 per hour. Whitsons describes the role as an opportunity to contribute to children’s health and well-being within a supportive school community. Team members are expected to stand for most of the workday; frequently walk, talk, and hear; handle food, tools, and equipment; and reach with their hands and arms. The role requires lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds, including while turning side to side, and close vision with the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

Ability to speak and read English sufficiently to understand and perform job assignments, follow recipes, and comply with safety requirements.
Positive attitude and team spirit; ability to work effectively as part of a food service team in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Reliability, punctuality, and attention to cleanliness and detail.
Willingness to learn and follow food safety rules.
Enjoyment of working around children and school staff.
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.
Close vision and ability to adjust focus.
Completion of all Whitsons and government-mandated training.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of professional food service experience is preferred.
ServSafe certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare, portion, and serve meals to students and staff.
Set up and clean serving stations and kitchen areas.
Follow food safety, sanitation, and applicable regulatory procedures and standards.
Maintain accurate logs and documentation and comply with Whitsons policies.
Complete food preparation, service, and sanitation tasks accurately and on time, following portion and production standards.
Monitor temperatures, maintain station setup and stock, and keep stations clean and properly maintained throughout the service day.
Serve guests in a friendly and professional manner and help create a positive, welcoming mealtime experience.
Work cooperatively with the Chef Manager, Lead Cook, and fellow food service workers to support daily service goals.
Follow assigned schedules and break rotations and maintain proper dress and hygiene standards.
Travel occasionally to other locations for substitute coverage or support.