
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $19.00
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
holiday time off
Job Description
Fresh Ideas Management is a vibrant and forward-thinking food service management company dedicated to creating exceptional dining experiences. At its core, Fresh Ideas believes that good food has the power to bring people together and create lasting memories. With a mission to foster creativity and innovation, the company nurtures an environment where team members can thrive by contributing fresh and unique ideas. Emphasizing a fun and engaging workplace, Fresh Ideas supports open communication and values each team member's input, making it a dynamic place for careers in food service.
Located within Purdue University Fort Wayne at 2101 East Coliseum Boulevard, Fort Wayne, IN, Fresh Ideas offers both full-time and part-time employment opportunities. The Food Service Worker roles available are designed to accommodate varying schedules with Monday through Friday shifts, which may include alternating weekends, providing flexibility for employees. The company prides itself on a commitment to work-life balance, ensuring schedules respect personal time as one of its core values.
The Food Service Worker role involves preparing, presenting, and serving food while adhering to the highest standards of quality and safety. Responsibilities include essential kitchen prep work, such as washing, cutting, and weighing ingredients, maintaining proper storage protocols, cleaning work areas and utensils, and providing excellent customer service. Workers in this role will engage directly with customers, resolving concerns efficiently and following service procedures to ensure a pleasant dining experience.
Employees benefit from competitive wages ranging between 17 to 19 dollars per hour, reflecting the company’s dedication to fair compensation. Furthermore, Fresh Ideas offers a robust benefits package that supports employee health, financial security, and overall well-being. This package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, retirement plans, paid and holiday time off, as well as special perks such as associate shopping programs, health and wellness programs, commuting benefits, and identity theft protection.
Working at Fresh Ideas also means joining Compass Group, a leader in the foodservice industry that upholds equality and diversity in employment. Compass Group ensures all employees are treated fairly and inclusively, emphasizing equal opportunity regardless of race, age, gender, or any legally protected category. This ethical foundation creates a positive workplace culture where all associates can perform to their fullest potential.
Fresh Ideas is committed to ongoing training and development, creating opportunities for motivated team members to advance quickly within the company. With a focus on safety compliance, sanitation standards, and customer satisfaction, this position is ideal for individuals passionate about food service, eager to contribute in a collaborative environment, and seeking flexible scheduling options.
Located within Purdue University Fort Wayne at 2101 East Coliseum Boulevard, Fort Wayne, IN, Fresh Ideas offers both full-time and part-time employment opportunities. The Food Service Worker roles available are designed to accommodate varying schedules with Monday through Friday shifts, which may include alternating weekends, providing flexibility for employees. The company prides itself on a commitment to work-life balance, ensuring schedules respect personal time as one of its core values.
The Food Service Worker role involves preparing, presenting, and serving food while adhering to the highest standards of quality and safety. Responsibilities include essential kitchen prep work, such as washing, cutting, and weighing ingredients, maintaining proper storage protocols, cleaning work areas and utensils, and providing excellent customer service. Workers in this role will engage directly with customers, resolving concerns efficiently and following service procedures to ensure a pleasant dining experience.
Employees benefit from competitive wages ranging between 17 to 19 dollars per hour, reflecting the company’s dedication to fair compensation. Furthermore, Fresh Ideas offers a robust benefits package that supports employee health, financial security, and overall well-being. This package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, retirement plans, paid and holiday time off, as well as special perks such as associate shopping programs, health and wellness programs, commuting benefits, and identity theft protection.
Working at Fresh Ideas also means joining Compass Group, a leader in the foodservice industry that upholds equality and diversity in employment. Compass Group ensures all employees are treated fairly and inclusively, emphasizing equal opportunity regardless of race, age, gender, or any legally protected category. This ethical foundation creates a positive workplace culture where all associates can perform to their fullest potential.
Fresh Ideas is committed to ongoing training and development, creating opportunities for motivated team members to advance quickly within the company. With a focus on safety compliance, sanitation standards, and customer satisfaction, this position is ideal for individuals passionate about food service, eager to contribute in a collaborative environment, and seeking flexible scheduling options.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- previous food service experience preferred
- ability to stand for extended periods
- ability to lift pans and trays of up to 25 pounds
- availability for full time or part time work including weekends
- ability to follow safety and sanitation procedures
- strong customer service orientation
Job Qualifications
- Previous customer service experience is preferred
- ability to follow food safety and sanitation standards
- basic food preparation skills
- strong communication and interpersonal skills
- ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- flexibility to work varying shifts including weekends
- team-oriented mindset
Job Duties
- Performs prep work such as washing, peeling, cutting and seeding fruits and vegetables
- weighs and measures designated ingredients
- carries pans, kettles and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator in accordance with safety standards
- stores food in designated areas following wrapping, dating, food safety and rotation procedures
- cleans work areas, equipment and utensils
- distributes supplies, utensils and portable equipment
- utilizes approved food recipes and production standards to ensure proper quality, serving temperatures and standard portion control
- serves customers in a friendly, efficient manner following outlined steps of service
- resolves customer concerns and relays relevant information to supervisor
- ensures compliance with company service standards and inventory and cash control procedures
- assures compliance with all sanitation and safety requirements
- performs other duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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