Food Service Worker

About This Role

As a Food Service Worker, you will play a critical role in providing a safe and healthy environment for children. Your responsibilities will include planning and preparing nutritious meals and snacks, managing kitchen operations, and maintaining a clean and sanitary facility. This is a unique opportunity to join our team and make a positive impact on the lives of children.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the cleanliness and functional operation of equipment, small kitchen appliances, and work areas
• Deliver food to children in a timely and efficient manner
• Prepare and cook food according to menus, special dietary or nutritional restrictions, or the number of portions to be served
• Wash and sanitize pots, pans, dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment
• Track and record food usage and expenditures for future reference
• Supervise and direct the activities of one or more assistants in preparing and serving meals
• Prepare a variety of baked goods, including breads, rolls, and pastries
• Operate an InstaPot and Air Fryer with ease
• Conduct regular inventory checks of supplies and equipment
• Monitor menus and spending to ensure meals are prepared economically
• Plan menus that are varied, nutritionally balanced, and appealing to children
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Director to meet company needs
• Transport children in the center vehicle as necessary

Requirements

• Be able to stand for extended periods of time
• 6 months of relevant experience
• Lifting up to 50 lbs is a requirement
• Clear vision and hearing are essential
• A High School diploma or equivalent is required
• A Food Management Certificate and ServSafe Certificate are necessary; obtainable within 90 days if not already possessed
• Previous experience in cooking and/or food preparation for large groups, preferably in a childcare setting
• Reliable attendance and accountability are expected
• Successful background checks and VA licensing standards are mandatory

Nice to have:

• Flexibility in scheduling, with a preference for weekday morning to mid-day shifts
• Experience with menu planning and food budgeting
• Knowledge of local and in-season foods

Benefits

• Full-time employee benefits after 60 Days
• Annual pay increase
• The center offered meals
• Health insurance offered
• Dental and vision insurance offered (employer pays 50%)
• 11 Paid Federal Holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, George Washington's Birthday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day