Food Handler

Food Handler

Growing Charter School Systems is seeking a Food Handler for our Elementary school program. Strong preference for bilingual (Spanish/English).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve daily meals in compliance with state and federal guidelines
• Maintain clean and sanitary kitchen and food prep areas
• Receive and store food items properly, monitoring for freshness and temperature control
• Assist in inventory tracking, restocking, and meal planning logistics
• Inspect food and supplies to ensure safety and quality
• Record leftovers, student balances, and meal counts for compliance reporting
• Use standard kitchen equipment (oven, stove, microwave, freezer, etc.)
• Maintain professional appearance and hygiene, including uniform, apron, and hairnet
• Attend staff trainings, meetings, and support school-wide events as needed
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Food Service Director

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum 2 years of experience in food prep, kitchen support, or food service preferred
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment and safe food handling practices
• Comfortable working around children and in a school setting
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions accurately
• Basic math skills and ability to use a computer
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong work ethic and a team-oriented attitude

Join our team as a Food Handler and enjoy the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your contributions are valued. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages.