Food Service Worker

Food Service Worker

The Food Service Worker at Raymond Yorkville Elementary plays a vital role in ensuring that students receive nutritious, safe, and appealing meals throughout the school day. This position involves preparing, serving, and maintaining food service areas in compliance with health and safety standards. The role requires close attention to detail to uphold sanitation protocols and to support a positive dining experience for children and staff. The Food Service Worker collaborates with kitchen staff and school personnel to manage inventory and maintain cleanliness. Ultimately, this position contributes to the overall well-being and academic success of students by providing consistent access to healthy meals in a safe environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals and snacks according to established menus and portion sizes.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of food preparation and serving areas in compliance with health regulations.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently while following all safety guidelines.
• Assist in receiving, storing, and rotating food supplies to ensure freshness and minimize waste.
• Engage courteously with students and staff, providing friendly and efficient service during meal times.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to understand and communicate effectively in English.
• Demonstrated manual dexterity and ability to perform repetitive tasks.
• Capability to stand for extended periods during shifts.
• Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation practices.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a food service or cafeteria environment.
• Certification in food handling or safety (e.g., ServSafe).
• Familiarity with school nutrition programs and regulations.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Basic knowledge of inventory management and kitchen equipment operation.

The required skills such as understanding and speaking English are essential for clear communication with team members and students, ensuring instructions and safety protocols are followed accurately. Manual dexterity is critical for handling food items, operating kitchen tools, and maintaining hygiene standards efficiently. The ability to stand for long periods supports the physical demands of meal preparation and service during busy school hours. Sanitization skills are applied daily to maintain a clean and safe environment, preventing contamination and ensuring compliance with health regulations. Preferred skills like food safety certification and prior experience enhance the worker's ability to manage food quality and safety proactively, contributing to a smooth and effective food service operation.

* Food Service experience preferred/customer service experience desired* Ability to do simple arithmetic* Ability to make correct change and use a basic computation device* Contributes to a positive work environment* Demonstrates integrity and respects confidentiality* Dependable, punctual* An independent self-starter able to meet deadlines* Maintain a professional appearance* Follows food safety requirements/guidelines* Successfully pass a criminal background checkEOE/AA