Cafeteria Kitchen Prep & Service Specialist

Opaa! Food Management; Southside (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Opaa! Food Management, Inc. is seeking staff to prepare breakfast and/or lunch offerings, assist with serving lines, and support occasional catering. The role involves following menu plans, recipes, and HACCP safety procedures while maintaining clean work areas and quality presentation for customers.

You will work across kitchen functions, operate standard equipment, and be responsible for accurate meal counts, inventory, and timely service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred; or up to one-month related experience, training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; ability to write simple correspondence; ability to present information to customers and staff

Responsibilities

• Assist with set-up of serving lines and ensure food is held at proper temperatures
• Prepare foods per menu plan and Opaa! recipes; plan and prep for next day’s menus
• Operate slicers, mixers, grinders and other equipment with proper certification
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and dishwashing areas; practice FIFO inventory
• Prepare baked goods as required and present to customers attractively
• Batch cook to maintain quality and presentation; set up serving lines and replenish items as needed
• Handle customer monies at service time and run cash register or POS system
• Submit hours and complete daily meal reconciliation tasks
• Report safety concerns and participate in safety incentives

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Opaa! Food Management, Inc. is seeking staff to prepare breakfast and/or lunch offerings, assist with serving lines, and support occasional catering. The role involves following menu plans, recipes, and HACCP safety procedures while maintaining clean work areas and quality presentation for customers.

You will work across kitchen functions, operate standard equipment, and be responsible for accurate meal counts, inventory, and timely service in a fast-paced environment.