FOOD SERVICE GENERAL WORKER - WELLEBY ELEMENTARY

Welleby Elementary is a part of The School Board of Broward County, one of the largest public school systems in the United States. Serving the educational needs of diverse communities in Sunrise, Florida, Welleby Elementary is dedicated to fostering a supportive and productive learning environment. The School Board emphasizes equal employment opportunities and adherence to non-discrimination policies, ensuring that all staff and students benefit from a positive workplace culture. The institution seeks to uphold high standards through continuous training and development programs for its employees, maintaining a focus on professionalism, safety, and quality in all operational areas.

The role of the Food Service General Worker at Welleby Elementary is instrumental in supporting the school’s Food and Nutrition Services. This position involves skilled work in preparing and serving nutritionally balanced meals that meet reimbursement requirements and production deadlines. The Food Service General Worker supports the overall mission of providing nourishing meals that are essential for student achievement and wellbeing. This includes participating in state-approved training programs such as Foundations of School Food Service, Nutrition, Quantity Cooking, and Sanitation classes.

Employees in this role demonstrate exceptional customer service skills while interacting with students, parents, school staff, and the public. They operate point-of-sale systems in compliance with federal regulations and adhere strictly to food safety and sanitation standards, including Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP). Their duties span preparation, service, cleaning, inventory management, and operating kitchen and food service equipment safely and efficiently.

The position is part-time with a daily schedule of 4.75 hours and an hourly wage starting at $15.84. The work involves medium physical duties such as lifting up to 30 pounds and requires compliance with safety and hygiene standards. Employees are expected to contribute positively to a clean and safe work environment, drive food delivery vehicles as required, and participate actively in skills enhancement opportunities.

This position requires prior food service or cashiering experience, good English communication skills, ability to follow directions, and basic computer literacy. Preferred qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, a valid Florida Driver's License, and bilingual abilities. The role is classified as nonexempt under pay grade SF1121 and is governed by the policies and work calendar set by The School Board of Broward County.

Joining Welleby Elementary as a Food Service General Worker offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' health and academic success while working in a community-focused environment, supported by a strong commitment to food safety, quality, and professional growth.