Food Service Worker

Food Service Worker

The Food Service Worker at Marshall Senior High School plays a vital role in ensuring that students and staff receive nutritious, safe, and timely meals throughout the school day. This position involves preparing, serving, and maintaining food service areas in compliance with health and safety standards. The Food Service Worker contributes to a positive dining experience by providing friendly and efficient customer service while managing food inventory and sanitation procedures. This role requires attention to detail, physical stamina, and a commitment to upholding the school's standards for cleanliness and food quality. Ultimately, the Food Service Worker supports the overall well-being and satisfaction of the school community through dedicated food service operations.

Job Responsibilities

1. Prepare and serve meals and snacks according to established menus and portion sizes.
2. Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of food preparation and serving areas in compliance with health regulations.
3. Operate cash registers and handle monetary transactions accurately during meal service times.
4. Assist in receiving, storing, and rotating food supplies to ensure freshness and minimize waste.
5. Provide courteous and helpful customer service to students, staff, and visitors during meal service.
6. Stand for extended periods while performing food preparation and service duties.
7. Follow all safety protocols to prevent food contamination and ensure a safe working environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform manual tasks requiring dexterity.
• Basic math skills for handling cash transactions.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with students and staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a food service or cafeteria environment.
• Certification in food handling or sanitation.
• Experience with point-of-sale (POS) systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work various shifts as needed during the school year.

Skills

The required skills such as manual dexterity and the ability to stand for long periods are essential for efficiently preparing and serving food while maintaining high standards of safety and hygiene. Sanitization skills ensure that all food service areas remain clean and compliant with health regulations, protecting the well-being of students and staff. Cashiering skills are used daily to accurately process payments and manage transactions, contributing to smooth meal service operations. Amazing customer service skills help create a welcoming and positive environment, fostering good relationships with students and colleagues. Preferred skills like experience with POS systems and food handling certifications enhance the worker's ability to perform tasks efficiently and safely, supporting overall operational excellence.