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Food Service Worker Secondary Lunch Server

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $15.50
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional development opportunities
supportive work environment

Job Description

Jenison Hudsonville Food Service is a key provider of nutritious and delicious meals for students within the Jenison and Hudsonville Public Schools. This food service department is dedicated to supporting student health and learning by delivering high-quality meal options that meet federal, state, and local nutrition guidelines. Working within a school district that values community, education, and student well-being, Jenison Hudsonville Food Service teams ensure that every child has access to meals that promote growth and academic success. The department prides itself on its commitment to safety, sanitation, and excellent customer service, ensuring a pleasant dining experience during crucial lunchtime hours.

Currently, Jenison Hudsonville Food Service is seeking motivated and dependable Food Service Workers to join their team. This specific role is located within a secondary school building and focuses on supporting the hot lunch program during school days. The position is part-time, averaging about 2.75 hours per day, typically from 10:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., and follows the school calendar for both the Jenison and Hudsonville districts. The hourly wage for this role is $15.50, providing a competitive pay rate for a part-time food service position within an educational setting.

Food Service Workers in this secondary lunch server role are essential to the smooth operation of the meal service. Responsibilities include setting up and tearing down the eating area, preparing and serving nutritious and appealing meals to students quickly and efficiently, and assisting with meal production as directed by supervisors. The role requires the ability to apply all mandated safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards to ensure the food service environment meets or exceeds all regulations and policies.

Operators of production and dishwashing equipment, employees must be physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds, with or without accommodations. Additional duties include cash handling during meal service and accurate record-keeping related to the meal program. Punctuality, attendance, and maintaining proper uniform standards are emphasized to maintain professionalism and reliability within the school community.

This position offers the chance to work as part of a friendly and supportive team where problem-solving, multi-tasking, and flexibility are necessary skills. Individuals who enjoy working with children and contributing to their well-being in an educational setting will find this role rewarding. It also requires comfort with technology, such as using point-of-sale cash registers and managing basic computer tasks related to email and internet use. The job demands a positive attitude, teamwork, and the ability to handle the fast-paced environment typical of school lunch periods.

In summary, the Food Service Worker at Jenison Hudsonville Food Service plays a vital role in the daily lives of students by helping to deliver nutritious meals and contributing to a positive school experience. This opportunity is perfect for individuals seeking part-time hours in a community-centered environment, with meaningful responsibilities that impact student health and satisfaction.

Job Requirements

  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • prior experience in food service preferred
  • ability to lift up to 50 lbs with or without accommodations
  • basic math skills
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • customer service skills
  • punctuality and reliability
  • ability to follow safety and sanitation regulations
  • technology literacy with basic computer and point-of-sale systems

Job Qualifications

  • enjoys working with students
  • work in a team environment
  • problem-solving and critical thinking
  • work in a fast-paced environment
  • meet strict deadlines
  • handle multiple tasks at a time
  • comfortable working with numbers and basic math formulas
  • technology proficient - computers, email, internet, point-of-sales cash register
  • flexible in many different situations
  • enjoy working with other people and being part of a team

Job Duties

  • prepare and serve nutritious and attractive meals
  • assist with meal production as directed
  • maintain and apply all safety, sanitation and cleanliness standards and practices in all food service areas as required by federal, state, local and district regulations and policies
  • operate production equipment and dishwashing equipment
  • ability to lift up to 50 lbs with or without accommodations
  • cash handling
  • other duties as assigned by supervisor
  • understand and determine qualified meals and qualified components of meals
  • meet and service the needs of clientele in a timely fashion and in a pleasant and appropriate manner
  • compile and maintain appropriate records and forms
  • great attendance, arriving to work on time and in proper uniform

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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