Food Service Worker

Food Service Worker – Youth Behavioral HealthLocation: St. Augustine, Florida - St. Augustine Youth Academy Job Type: Full-Time Pay: $19.00/hrAbout Youth Opportunity & St. Augustine Youth AcademyYouth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral health treatment for at-risk youth. St. Augustine Youth Academy in St. Augustine, Florida, is a secure 70-bed Youth Academy serving males ages 13 to 17, providing trauma-informed care for mental health and substance abuse treatment needs. The center integrates clinical therapy, education, restorative justice, therapeutic recreation, and life skills development. Youth typically stay according to individual treatment progress, engaging in individual, family, and group therapy; victim impact awareness; pre-vocational preparation; and enrichment activities including art, music, and recreation. Small group living units and licensed dietitian-managed nutrition promote stabilization and successful community reintegration.Position Summary – Food Service Worker Job in St. Augustine, FloridaWe are hiring a Food Service Worker to support kitchen operations at St. Augustine Youth Academy. This role is ideal for individuals with experience in institutional or large-volume cooking who want to contribute to a positive, youth-focused environment. You will prepare meals, maintain cleanliness and safety standards, and help ensure nutritional needs are met within a secure residential facility.Food Service Worker Job BenefitsMedical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with up to 4% employer match with Immediate VestingPaid time off (PTO) and holidays – Earn 4 hours of PTO every pay periodFree RX delivery on most medicationsTuition reimbursement and professional developmentRobust Employee Assistance ProgramSupportive, mission-driven work environmentWhy Join Youth Opportunity?Be part of a team making a difference in the lives of vulnerable youthWork in a trauma-informed, structured, and supportive residential environmentContribute to the health and well-being of youth through quality food serviceDevelop your skills through training, mentorship, and advancement opportunitiesFood Service Worker ResponsibilitiesPrepare all food items according to daily menus and recipes while maintaining quality, sanitation, and safety standardsReview menus and production sheets for substitutions and preparation needsCook soups, entrees, vegetables, and desserts as assignedSet up service areas and pass-through windows as neededPrepare baked goods or desserts for the following dayProperly store and date leftovers to meet health and safety guidelinesClean cooking utensils, including pots and pans, and maintain a clean work environmentFollow "clean as you go" procedures to prevent accidents and maintain kitchen organizationOther Duties IncludeParticipate in training and development activities as requiredPerform other duties as assigned or neededRequired QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent preferredAbility to pass background check and drug screenAbility to read recipes and perform basic mathematical calculationsFamiliarity with nutritional, sanitation, and safety guidelines in food preparationPreferred Experience6+ months experience in institutional or large-volume cookeryExperience in food preparation techniques and sanitation standardsServSafe certification strongly preferred (or ability to obtain within required timeframe)Other RequirementsPhysical Demands: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. Regularly lift/move up to 50 pounds. Must be free of communicable diseases as required by the state and to the extent that knowledge is attainable under federal law.Other: Must maintain an appropriate and valid state driver's license. Must meet state criminal background check requirements.How to ApplyClick "Apply Now" through Indeed to submit your application. Or visit to learn more about our mission and career opportunities.Youth Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer.