Food Service Worker

Food Service Worker

The Food Service Worker at No. College Hill Elementary-28900 plays a vital role in ensuring that students and staff receive nutritious, safe, and well-prepared meals in a timely manner. This position involves preparing food items according to established guidelines, maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards, and assisting with the setup and breakdown of the food service area. The Food Service Worker contributes to a positive dining experience by adhering to health regulations and supporting efficient kitchen operations. This role requires attention to detail, physical stamina, and effective communication skills to work collaboratively with team members and interact courteously with students and staff. Ultimately, the Food Service Worker helps promote a healthy school environment by delivering quality food service with professionalism and care.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food items following standardized recipes and portion control guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of food preparation and serving areas in compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Assist in receiving, storing, and organizing food supplies to ensure freshness and proper inventory management.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently while adhering to manual dexterity and safety protocols.
• Stand for extended periods during food preparation and service to ensure timely meal delivery.
• Communicate clearly with team members and school staff to coordinate meal service and address any concerns.
• Follow all food safety and hygiene practices to prevent contamination and ensure student health.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to understand and speak English to follow instructions and communicate effectively.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation and sanitation standards.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods and perform manual tasks required in food service.
• Demonstrated manual dexterity to handle food preparation tools and equipment safely.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a food service or cafeteria environment.
• Certification in food safety or sanitation (e.g., ServSafe).
• Familiarity with school nutrition programs and guidelines.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Skills

The required skills such as understanding and speaking English are essential for following detailed instructions and communicating effectively with colleagues and school staff. Manual dexterity is used daily to handle kitchen tools and prepare food safely and efficiently. Standing for long periods is a physical demand of the role, necessary during meal preparation and service times. Knowledge of sanitization practices ensures that all food preparation and serving areas meet health and safety standards, protecting the wellbeing of students and staff. Basic food preparation skills enable the worker to assist in creating nutritious meals that comply with school guidelines, contributing to a positive dining experience.