Food Prep & Service Specialist

Guest Services; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Guest Services in Arlington, VA is seeking a Food Prep/Server to prepare ingredients, keep the kitchen clean, and perform some cooking tasks as assigned. You will also handle serving and clean-up of food, ensuring timely and friendly customer service.

The role emphasizes food safety, proper presentation, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, sanitation habits, and strong customer service skills.

Qualifications

• Partial High School education; High School Diploma/G.E.D. equivalent preferred.
• Food Safety Certification. Strong sanitation habits.
• Strong customer service abilities; actively looks for ways to assist customers and coworkers.
• Ability to recognize when a problem has occurred and communicate it to management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items according to recipes, daily menus, and supervisor's instructions.
• Take temperatures at regular intervals and maintain foods in sufficient quantities while minimizing waste.
• Prepare and arrange food for serving; ensure proper presentation of all food items.
• Be alert, positive, and customer service oriented with customers and staff.
• Serve orders to customers quickly and efficiently.
• Clean counters, equipment, and general work area.
• Replenish and inventory food items and supplies in a cafeteria serving line or storeroom.
• Cook short order items on a serving line and perform simple food preparation.
• Assist in maintaining kitchen sanitation and equipment cleaning schedule.
• Assist with loading and unloading of inventory from trucks.
• Maintain awareness of safety issues and report them to your manager.

Skills

Customer service

Sanitation

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Job description

Guest Services in Arlington, VA is seeking a Food Prep/Server to prepare ingredients, keep the kitchen clean, and perform some cooking tasks as assigned. You will also handle serving and clean-up of food, ensuring timely and friendly customer service.

The role emphasizes food safety, proper presentation, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, sanitation habits, and strong customer service skills.