Cafeteria Kitchen Specialist: Prep, Serve & Shine

Opaa! Food Management; McCook (NE); On-site; USD 31,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Opaa! Food Management, Inc. seeks a kitchen team member to prepare breakfast and/or lunch offerings, assist with serving lines, and support occasional catering tasks. You will work across kitchen functions, follow recipes, and maintain safety and cleanliness in a fast-paced environment.

The role covers production, compliance, and administrative tasks, with responsibilities including FIFO inventory, proper temperature control, and cooperative teamwork with staff and students.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read and follow menus and safety instructions.
• Willingness to learn recipe standards and HACCP basics.

Responsibilities

• Set up serving lines and ensure food is held at proper temperatures.
• Assist in food prep, batch cook, and maintain cleanliness.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and keep records as required.

Skills

Reading proficiency

Food safety awareness

Following recipes

Multitasking

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Dishwasher

Steamer/Kettle

Mixer

Oven

Slicer

Thermometers

Gauges

Knives

Meal Counting Software

Desktop PCs

Calculator

Job description

Opaa! Food Management, Inc. seeks a kitchen team member to prepare breakfast and/or lunch offerings, assist with serving lines, and support occasional catering tasks. You will work across kitchen functions, follow recipes, and maintain safety and cleanliness in a fast-paced environment.

The role covers production, compliance, and administrative tasks, with responsibilities including FIFO inventory, proper temperature control, and cooperative teamwork with staff and students.