Food Service

TrulyHired; Waterloo (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Free lunch

Job summary

DeKalb County Central United School District in Indiana is seeking Food Service Staff to support meal preparation and service in a bustling school cafeteria.

You will clean, prep, serve, and stock, with potential cash handling and record-keeping duties. We offer flexible scheduling, free meals on shift, and a team-driven environment focused on student nourishment.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Experience with cash handling is a plus.
• Basic math for counting cash and making change.

Responsibilities

• Clean serving counters, tables, chairs, and equipment.
• Operate a dishwasher and wash trays.
• Assist in setting up food preparation lines.
• Heat, serve, and sell food to students and staff.
• Maintain cleanliness and storage of kitchen equipment.
• May serve as cashier and handle cash receipts.
• Assist in inventory and receiving of foodstuffs.
• Train food service personnel as needed.

Skills

Physical stamina

Cash handling

Record keeping

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

We are DeKalb!

DeKalb County Central United School District is committed to preparing students today for the world of tomorrow. Our mission is to develop students as critical thinkers, communicators, and collaborators who can adapt and persevere with empathy and integrity in an ever-changing world. Every member of our team is a valuable resource in this pursuit of excellence, and we are currently seeking Food Service Staff!

What your day will look like:

• Cleaning serving counters, tables, chairs, food containers, and other equipment.
  
• Operating a dishwasher and wash trays, plates, utensils, and other serving equipment.
  
• Assisting in setting up food preparation lines.
  
• Heating, setting up, serving, and selling food to students and faculty.
  
• Cleaning and storing kitchen equipment.
  
• Setting up, cleaning, and dismantling serving areas.
  
• May act as a cashier, including counting cash receipts and maintaining simple records.
  
• Participating in the preparation of any or all food for the food service operation.
  
• Reviewing recipes and menus and estimating needed ingredients and the time required for the cooking and baking of foods and baked goods.
  
• Washing and scouring pots, pans, and other equipment, and properly storing cooking utensils.
  
• Assisting in the receiving, inspecting, wrapping, and storing of foodstuffs, supplies, and materials.
  
• Assisting in inventory control and in the requisitioning of foodstuffs, supplies, and materials.
  
• Performing other related work as required.
  
• May perform skilled functions and activities in cooking and baking in large quantities.
  
• May lead and coordinate the activities of other food service personnel in the maintenance of the food service facility and equipment in an orderly, clean, safe, and sanitary condition.
  
• May assist in the training of food service personnel.

Why we'll love you:

• You have worked hard to earn a H.S. Diploma or equivalency.
  
• You have the ability to lift, carry, pull, push or otherwise move 50 or more pounds.
  
• You have the ability to walk or stand for extended periods, and sweep and mop.
  
• You have gained knowledge of basic methods of preparing and serving foods in large quantities, and of standard food service appliances and equipment.
  
• You have experience with simple record keeping procedures and math calculations.
  
• You enjoy a fast-paced environment and can work efficiently.
  
• You can collect money and make change accurately.
  
• You can establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Why you'll love us:

• Flexible scheduling options!
  
• Great opportunity to have a schedule that allows you to work while your kids are at school, or if you are retired and looking for a part time job.
  
• Free lunch every shift you work!
  
• Holiday breaks during Christmas, spring and fall break.
  
• A fun, team focused environment where you are making a difference each day feeding children!

DeKalb County Central United School District seeks to develop and nurture its diversity. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive community that recognizes and values the inherent worth and dignity of every person; fosters tolerance, sensitivity, understanding, and mutual respect. DeKalb County Central United School District is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.