Food Service Asst/Driver (on-call)

The hiring establishment is a reputable educational institution focused on providing exceptional food service to students and staff. This organization operates a comprehensive school food service program dedicated to delivering nutritious and appealing meals that support student health and learning. The company emphasizes strict adherence to food safety and sanitation standards, ensuring that all meals are prepared and served in a clean, safe environment. As a community-focused entity, this institution promotes positive interaction, excellent customer service, and a supportive workplace for its employees. The work environment is dynamic, involving food preparation, delivery, and maintaining high standards of kitchen hygiene across multiple locations.

The role of Food Services Assistant/Truck Driver is a multifaceted position reporting directly to the Food Service Manager. It is an entry-level role designed for individuals who are eager to contribute to the efficient operation of school food services. This position involves a combination of routine kitchen tasks, including assisting with food preparation, serving, and storage. The Food Services Assistant is also responsible for cleaning and maintaining food service areas, operating various mechanical equipment safely, and making timely food deliveries to three remote school locations using the MCP 20ft Box Truck. This delivery aspect requires not only basic truck driving skills but also compliance with safety regulations and the ability to perform a driver field test.

The position typically involves weekday shifts when students are present, with a schedule of up to 8-hour shifts between the early morning hours of 5:30 am and 2:00 pm. This schedule supports the coordination of deliveries and meal services during school days. The role demands physical stamina, as employees must be able to lift and move food and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds or more. The job also requires punctuality, reliability, and the ability to follow instructions meticulously to ensure quality and safety.

In addition to the core duties of food preparation and service, this role also requires maintaining cleanliness in serving lines, condiment stations, kitchen floors, and equipment. The Food Services Assistant actively participates in inventory management by checking out supplies from the storeroom and assisting with deliveries. They play a crucial role in upholding proper food safety by practicing and observing sanitation procedures and safe handling methods, which are reinforced through mandatory training. Excellent communication skills are essential for effective interaction with scholars, staff, and visitors, as well as for teamwork with the cooking staff to ensure food quantity needs are met during meal service.

This position is ideal for candidates who have at least one year of related food service experience, preferably in a commercial or school food service environment, and who hold a high school diploma or equivalent. Knowledge of food safety and sanitation is required, though training is provided. The organization values employees who demonstrate trustworthiness, good hygiene, neat appearance, and the ability to work efficiently and safely in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Overall, the Food Services Assistant/Truck Driver position offers an opportunity to be part of a vital team that supports student nutrition and school meal programs while developing valuable skills in food service and driving operations.