Cafeteria Kitchen Associate - Prep, Service & Catering

Opaa! Food Management; Smoky Valley (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Opaa! Food Management, Inc. is seeking a kitchen helper to prepare breakfast and/or lunch offerings, assist serving lines, and participate in occasional catering functions. You will perform all kitchen positions as needed across multiple states.

Responsibilities include setting up serving lines, prepping foods per menu, operating standard kitchen equipment, and maintaining cleanliness and organization. The role emphasizes quality presentation and hospitality to students and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required (preferred).
• Up to one month related experience or equivalent accepted.

Responsibilities

• Set up serving lines, ensure proper food temperatures, and stock milk coolers.
• Prepare foods per menu and recipes; plan ahead for next day menus.
• Operate slicers, mixers, grinders, and other equipment with proper certification where required.
• Keep work areas neat, clean, and organized; maintain FIFO inventory.
• Clean kitchen and cafeteria areas, including equipment and dishes; maintain sanitation.
• Assist in batch cooking for quality and presentation; restock serving lines as needed.
• Assist in administrative tasks such as meal reconciliation and timekeeping as required.

Skills

Language skills

Mathematical skills

Reasoning ability

Education

High School Diploma or GED (preferred)

Tools

Dishwasher

Steamer/Kettle

Mixer

Oven

Stove

Fryers

Slicer

Thermometers

Gauges

Knives

Box Cutters

Meal Counting Software

Desktop PCs

Calculator

Telephone

Fax

Scanner

Copier

Printer

Job description

Opaa! Food Management, Inc. is seeking a kitchen helper to prepare breakfast and/or lunch offerings, assist serving lines, and participate in occasional catering functions. You will perform all kitchen positions as needed across multiple states.

Responsibilities include setting up serving lines, prepping foods per menu, operating standard kitchen equipment, and maintaining cleanliness and organization. The role emphasizes quality presentation and hospitality to students and staff.