Float Server

MADONE INC; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

MADONE INC in Eagan, MN is seeking a Float Server for school kitchens. This full-time role involves food preparation, meal service, sanitation, inventory support, and daily operations across multiple locations.

The position requires flexibility, organization, and a commitment to food safety and customer service. You will follow menus and recipes, maintain quality, help with opening/closing, and collaborate with staff to ensure meals meet student and customer needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel to different locations as assigned.
• Ability to adapt quickly to different kitchen environments and teams.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Experience working in customer service or team-based environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation according to approved menus and daily production schedules.
• Prepare and serve meals following established recipes, portion controls, and quality standards.
• Support cooking operations to ensure meals are prepared accurately and on schedule.
• Maintain consistency in food quality, presentation, and service.
• Help ensure all meals are ready to meet student and customer needs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment.
• Perform daily cleaning duties, including sweeping, dishwashing, and workstation sanitation.
• Follow FIFO inventory procedures and assist with inventory counts.

Skills

Food safety

Food service

Kitchen sanitation

Inventory management

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Float Server

Full Time Manual Labor Eagan, MN, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1004

Salary Range: $19.00 To $25.00 Hourly

Position Summary

The Server / Prep Float is responsible for food preparation, meal service, kitchen sanitation, inventory support, and daily operational functions within school kitchens. This position requires flexibility, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to food safety and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation & Meal Service

• Assist with food preparation according to approved menus and daily production schedules.
• Prepare and serve meals following established recipes, portion controls, and quality standards.
• Support cooking operations to ensure meals are prepared accurately and on schedule.
• Maintain consistency in food quality, presentation, and service.
• Help ensure all meals are ready to meet student and customer needs.

Kitchen Operations & Sanitation

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment.
• Perform daily cleaning duties, including sweeping, dishwashing, and workstation sanitation.
• Assist with opening and closing procedures.
• Follow all company, state, and local food safety regulations.
• Ensure kitchen equipment and work areas are maintained in safe operating condition.

Inventory & Food Safety

• Receive and inspect food deliveries for accuracy, quality, and proper temperature.
• Store products appropriately and maintain organized storage areas.
• Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory procedures.
• Assist with inventory counts and stock management.
• Maintain temperature logs, HACCP records, production records, and other required documentation.
• Report equipment concerns or repair needs promptly.

Team Support & Communication

• Communicate effectively with school personnel, kitchen staff, and management.
• Check in daily with the staffing coordinator regarding work assignments and location changes.
• Support multiple kitchen locations as needed to ensure uninterrupted service.
• Assist with employee training and onboarding when requested.
• Report safety concerns, compliance issues, or operational challenges immediately.

Professionalism & Flexibility

• Maintain a professional appearance and follow company dress code standards.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing schedules, locations, and priorities.
• Arrive prepared to work at assigned locations each day.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel to different locations as assigned.
• Ability to adapt quickly to different kitchen environments and teams.

Preferred

• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Experience working in customer service or team-based environments.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Ability to follow recipes, production schedules, and written instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse teams.
• School and commercial kitchen settings.
• Frequent exposure to hot and cold temperatures.
• Occasional exposure to cleaning chemicals.
• Fast-paced environment with changing work locations and schedules.
• Moderate noise levels typical of food service operations.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequent reaching, bending, lifting, stooping, and carrying.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to safely work around kitchen equipment and food preparation areas.
• Ability to work in varying kitchen temperatures throughout the day.