Food Service Worker

1100 E Market St, Louisville, KY 40206, USA Job Description Posted Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 4:00 AM We are seeking a motivated and dependable Food Service Worker to join our team at Home of the Innocents . The ideal candidate will have experience preparing, serving, and cleaning food items in a fast-paced environment. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are committed to providing high quality meals and can work well with a team. A Day in the Life As a Food Service Worker you will help prepare and serve food while adhering to federal, state, and local standards and regulations, and ensure that quality food service is always maintained by following established policies and procedures. Shifts Available Full time; hours will vary by department needs Rotating weekend shifts will be required How This Position Contributes to our Mission Ensure daily that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies. Daily prep of meal items as directed by Cook or Assistant Director of Food Services. Complete necessary paperwork, forms, reports, and data collections, including temperature logs, as mandated by state and local authorities, daily. Maintain cleanliness in work areas by adhering to established cleaning schedules, ensuring equipment, tools, and supplies are properly stored or turned off before departure each day. Adhere to all HACCP procedures, including proper hand washing, safe handling of potentially hazardous foods, and monitoring critical control points, as part of daily routines. Assist with departmental projects as assigned or required. Skills and Qualifications Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English. Must have basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication). Must have the ability to adapt to the needs of the residents, staff, and visitors. High school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Serv-Safe certification is preferred. What You’ll Receive as a Valued Member of Home of the Innocents A trauma-informed environment Generous leave time401(k) with employer matchTraining and certification opportunities Who We Are Home of the Innocents is one of Louisville’s longest-serving non-profit organizations, approaching 150 years of service to children and families. Our mission is simple and clear: to enrich lives with hope, health, and happiness. We are a trauma-informed organization, prioritizing safety, recovery, and strong relationships in everything we do. Our leadership is committed to building a workforce grounded in compassion, excellence, empowerment, and wellness. We are an organization growing to meet the needs of children and young adults in our community—expanding our programs and investing in our campus, including the addition of a new wing at the Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center that will double our capacity to serve medically complex individuals. Our Impact 3,976 children and families served in 2025 22-acre campus located near downtown Louisville Second largest Residential Treatment Program in Kentucky Only dedicated emergency shelter for children in the city 10 programs supporting children and families across a range of needs, including: Therapeutic and residential treatment for youth with complex behavioral and emotional needs Foster care and adoption support Community-based behavioral health services Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center (KCC): Kentucky’s only pediatric skilled nursing facility providing residential and respite care for children and young adults with complex medical needs. Invitation If you are passionate about making a difference for children, families, and our community, we invite you to APPLY NOW! #J-18808-Ljbffr