Food Service Worker

Food Service Worker

This role focuses on preparing and assembling light meals, salads, sandwiches, and other ready-to-serve food items while maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment. You will support daily meal service, provide friendly customer service, and ensure that all food safety and quality standards are consistently met in a fast-paced cafeteria setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble sandwiches, wraps, salads, fruit cups, and other light meal items according to established standards.
• Portion, package, and label food products accurately and consistently.
• Assist with meal service and food distribution to guests, patients, students, or employees.
• Follow recipes and preparation guidelines to ensure quality, consistency, and portion control.
• Maintain proper food temperatures and strictly adhere to food safety regulations.
• Stock food, supplies, and service areas to ensure continuous and efficient service.
• Clean and sanitize food preparation areas, equipment, utensils, and workstations throughout the shift.
• Wash dishes and assist with general kitchen cleanup duties as needed.
• Monitor inventory levels and promptly notify supervisors when stock is low.
• Provide friendly, professional, and customer-focused service at all times.
• Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and sanitation guidelines to support a safe and compliant operation.

Essential Skills

• Food preparation experience, including assembling sandwiches, salads, and other ready-to-serve items.
• Exp in food prep, line cook, food production, or similar food service work.
• Customer service orientation with the ability to interact professionally with a variety of guests.
• Knowledge of food handling and sanitation procedures and commitment to food safety.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and quality.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with kitchen and service staff.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 25 pounds.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 6 months to 1 year of food service, cafeteria, deli, catering, or restaurant experience preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in cafeteria, deli, catering, or restaurant environments.
• Previous line cook or general labor experience in a food production setting.
• Ability to follow written recipes and verbal instructions accurately.
• Strong attention to detail in portioning, labeling, and maintaining food quality.
• Reliability and punctuality to support consistent meal service schedules.

Why Work Here?

You will join a supportive team in a stable, weekday schedule that allows for work-life balance with daytime hours. The environment emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and teamwork, giving you the opportunity to develop and strengthen your food service skills in a professional and well-organized setting.

Work Environment

This position operates in a cafeteria environment with air conditioning, providing a comfortable indoor setting. The schedule runs from 6:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, offering consistent daytime hours. You will spend most of your shift on your feet in a fast-paced food service area, working with standard kitchen equipment, food preparation tools, and dishwashing stations while following established safety and sanitation practices.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Fort Lauderdale, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.94 - $16.94/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 19, 2026.