[2026 - 2027] Food Service Worker - contracted through SLA

CHURCHILL HOUSE VIP EVENTS; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

SLA, contracted with KIPP North Carolina, seeks a Food Service Worker to support daily cafeteria operations at a school site. You will prepare and serve meals, maintain cleanliness, and assist teammates to ensure a smooth, positive dining experience for students and staff.

This full-time role requires standing most of the shift, lifting up to 50 pounds, and compliance with safety and health regulations. If you value teamwork and reliable service, join us to contribute to the school meal program.

Qualifications

• Previous food service or cleaning experience preferred
• Strong work ethic and ability to work well with others
• Comfortable with repetitive tasks and following a routine
• Basic math and computer skills
• Must pass a background check and fingerprint screening
• Reliable transportation required
• Enjoys working around children and being part of a school community
• Respectful, inclusive, and professional with all coworkers and customers
• Physical & Work Environment

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food per recipes, records, and safety standards
• Maintain a clean, safe kitchen and service area
• Stock serving lines, salad bars, and milk coolers
• Follow proper procedures for food storage, rotation, and sanitation
• Serve meals to students, staff, and visitors in a courteous manner
• Assist with putting away deliveries and organizing inventory
• Sweep, mop, and take out trash as needed
• Follow local, state, federal, and company health regulations
• Step in to assist team members or cover shifts
• Submit reports and meet deadlines as assigned
• Carry out any additional duties to support the kitchen team and school meal program

Skills

Strong work ethic

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Math & tech skills

Job description

SLA is a contracted company with KIPP North Carolina.

Serve Up Something Meaningful ? Join Us as a Food Service Worker.

Position Summary

The Food Service Worker supports daily cafeteria operations at a school site. This includes preparing food, serving meals, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting coworkers to ensure smooth, efficient service. The role is ideal for those who take pride in their work and enjoy contributing to a positive dining experience for students and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food according to recipes, production records, and safety standards
• Maintain a clean, safe kitchen and service area
• Stock serving lines, salad bars, and milk coolers
• Follow proper procedures for food storage, rotation, and sanitation
• Serve meals to students, staff, and visitors in a courteous manner
• Assist with putting away deliveries and organizing inventory
• Sweep, mop, and take out trash as needed
• Follow all local, state, federal, and company health regulationsStep in to assist team members or cover shifts as needed
• Submit reports and meet deadlines as assigned
• Carry out any additional duties to support the kitchen team and school meal program

Qualifications

• Previous food service or cleaning experience preferred
• Strong work ethic and ability to work well with others
• Comfortable with repetitive tasks and following a routine
• Basic math and computer skills
• Must pass a background check and fingerprint screening
• Reliable transportation required
• Enjoys working around children and being part of a school community
• Respectful, inclusive, and professional with all coworkers and customers
• Physical & Work Environment

Requirements

• Must be able to stand for an entire shift and lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Regular bending, reaching, walking, and use of hands
• Moderate kitchen noise and frequent movement in fast-paced settings
• Full-time schedule Monday through Friday, with occasional extended weeks
• May require participation in company events or meetings

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, Gender/Minority/Veterans/Disabled and participates with E-Verify Employment Eligibility Program