What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Service General Worker-Cedar Heights Elementary position at Cedar Falls Community Schools?
Are you looking for a rewarding job that wraps up before the afternoon rush? Do you want to be the best part of a child’s school day? We are looking for an energetic Food Service Worker to join our school kitchen crew!
If you love working in a fast-paced environment, bringing great energy to a team, and keeping our young learners happy and healthy, this is the job for you!
What You’ll Be Doing (The Fun Stuff!):
- Master of the Lunchline: Help set up serving stations, dish out nutritious meals, and keep the food flowing smoothly to our hungry students.
- Kitchen Hero: Assist with preparing tasty meals using standardized recipes, testing new products, and accommodating special dietary needs.
- Flavor & Quality Inspector: Use your senses (sight, taste, and smell!) to make sure every dish hits the mark before it hits the tray.
- Team Player Extraordinaire: Keep things sparkling clean, organize freezers/pantries, manage supplies, and step up to support all areas of the kitchen.
- On-the-Move Logistics: Help pack and deliver meals/supplies to satellite schools when needed (honk honk!).
What We Offer:
- Great Hours: Part-time shift available (5 hours)—perfect for balancing life, family, or other commitments!
- A Heartwarming Impact: Be a bright spot in a student’s school day!
What You Bring to the Table:
- A Friendly Attitude: Excellent customer service skills and a welcoming personality.
- Fast & Focused: Ability to work efficiently, accurately, and at a brisk pace during mealtime rushes.
- Kitchen & Math Savvy: Working knowledge of food prep, basic math/measuring conversions, and safety/health guidelines.
- Communication Skills: Great written and spoken language skills, with the ability to follow directions easily.
- Tech Basics: Basic computer skills.
Job Requirements & Certifications:
- ServSafe Certification: Must pass the summer after initial hiring.
- Driver’s License: Valid driver's license with good driving safety habits.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to stand/walk throughout your shift and lift up to 25 lbs frequently (and up to 50 lbs occasionally).
- Pre-Employment Steps: Must pass a post-offer physical, drug screening and maintain a clean body/clothing uniform.
- High School Diploma or GED
Ready to Serve Up Something Great?
Apply today and help us nourish the leaders of tomorrow—one tray at a time!