Food Service Employee 6.5 (FSE6.5)

The hiring organization is a professional food services department dedicated to supporting school nutrition by preparing and serving breakfast and lunch meals. This department operates in an educational setting, focusing on delivering healthy and nutritious food options to students and staff in a timely and efficient manner. The food services team works diligently to maintain high standards of food safety, sanitation, and quality, ensuring regulatory compliance and a positive dining experience for the community it serves. The department is likely part of a school district or educational institution committed to promoting wellness and healthy eating habits among children and teenagers.

This particular role is for a Food Service Worker, specializing in the preparation and service of school breakfast and lunch. The position requires a hands-on approach to food handling, with responsibilities including cooking, serving, and maintaining clean and safe food preparation areas. It is a physically demanding job that involves extended periods of standing, bending, walking, pushing, lifting, and pulling, indicating a need for a candidate who is both physically capable and reliable. The worker will also engage in basic mathematical tasks and must possess communication skills sufficient to read, write, and converse in English effectively. This role emphasizes strong interpersonal skills, highlighting the importance of teamwork and interaction with students and colleagues.

The selected candidate will have at least one year of experience in either school food service environments or small-scale food service facilities. This requirement ensures familiarity with the unique demands and standards inherent in preparing and serving food to children and school populations, including compliance with safety and sanitary guidelines. The salary for this position is competitive and negotiated based on the candidate’s experience and qualifications. The role is open as of April 1, 2025, with a single vacancy available. The position's hiring process is managed by the Executive Director of Food Services and follows a ten-day posting or until the vacancy is filled. This job offers an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to child nutrition and community health within a school setting, alongside a dedicated and professional team.