Food Service Worker

id='p750_'>Food Service Worker JobID: 750

Position Type:

Child Nutrition/Cafeteria Worker

Date Posted:

7/15/2026

Location:

Child Nutrition

Date Available:

08/03/2026

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Description:

Prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements. Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices.

Job Summary:

Food Preparation and Serving

1. Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested, uniform recipes.

2. Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures.

3. Practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.

4. Supervise storage and handling of food items and supplies. Maintain a clean and organized storage area.Safety and Sanitation

5. Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards.

6. Follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.

7. Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary.

8. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.

9. Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.

10. Handle and record cashier functions accurately.

11. Help record food requisitions and orders necessary supplies.

12. Maintain daily food preparation records.

13. Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.

Equipment Used:

Large and small kitchen equipment to include electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, deep-fat fryer, vegetable cutters and sharp cutting tools, ovens, dishwashers, food/utility carts and ladders

Working Conditions:

Physical Demands:

• Heavy lifting (45 pounds and over), Heavy carrying (45 pounds and over)
• Pushing (intermittent), Reaching above shoulders, Use of fingers, Walking (intermittent)
• Standing (3-5 hours per day), Kneeling (intermittent), Repeated bending (intermittent)
• Climbing (intermittent)
• Specific visual requirements (reading, product labels, directions/equipment operation)
• Specific hearing requirement (oral and telephone conversations)

Environmental Factors:

Excessive heat, cold, and humidity

Excessive dampness or chilling

Excessive noise (intermittent)

Fumes, Solvents

Works around machinery with moving parts

Working on ladders or scaffolding

Working with hands in water

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

None specified

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to understand food preparation and safety instructions

Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures

Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools

Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations

Experience:

None

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Salary: Compensation Plan