Food Service Associate (FSA)

John Knox Village Limited; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 5 weeks of PTO

Flexible hours

Full and part-time positions

Job summary

John Knox Village Limited is seeking enthusiastic staff for their dining services in Lee's Summit, MO. This position involves various duties in a restaurant and kitchen environment, including hosting, serving food, and maintaining cleanliness. Candidates must be at least 16 years old and have a high school diploma or GED.

The role offers flexible hours and opportunities for both part-time and full-time employment, alongside benefits such as up to 5 weeks of PTO. A food handler permit is needed within 15 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Obtain Jackson County Food Handler Permit within 15 days.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and cleans assigned dining areas.
• Relays orders to kitchen and serves food.
• Performs food preparation.

Skills

Ability to work with a large group of residents/customers

Beginner-level knowledge of cash handling

Effective verbal communication

Basic math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Location: Lee's Summit, 400 NW Murray Rd, Lee's Summit, MO 64081, USA

Must have availability weekdays & weekends.

John Knox Village features 7 individual dining outlets spread across 400 acres of residential property with varied menus and service styles. The outlets include Fireside (cafeteria), Lakeside Grille (quick service), Courtyard Café, Places Restaurant, Stories Public House, Metropolitan (full‑service restaurants), and a Coffee Shoppe. Kitchens are primarily scratch‑made recipes, with mixed batch and cook‑to‑order techniques. All outlets offer flexible hours, full‑ and part‑time positions, and benefit‑eligible full‑time roles with up to 5 weeks of PTO.

Full‑service restaurants pay higher wages and include gratuities on top of base pay.

Job Summary

This position performs a wide variety of duties in a restaurant, dining room, and kitchen environment, including acting as host/hostess, setting up dining areas, taking food orders, serving food, and cleaning and sanitizing the dining areas. The role follows instructions, supports the Village’s mission, values, and service/hospitality expectations, and completes required training hours.

Essential Job Functions

• Sets up and cleans assigned dining areas.
• Relays orders to kitchen and serves food.
• Performs food preparation.
• May be responsible for cash handling and point‑of‑sale use.
• Observes residents and responds to additional needs.
• Mee t acceptable standards of workplace conduct.
• Handles stress well and interacts professionally with coworkers and customers.
• Adheres to all safety regulations and requirements.

Other responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor as warranted by business needs. The incumbent is expected to perform all assigned responsibilities.

Qualifications

Candidate must be at least 16 years of age.

Education

• High school diploma or GED.

Licenses and Certifications

• Must obtain a current Jackson County Food Handler Permit within 15 days of start date.

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to work with a large group of residents/customers.
• Beginner‑level knowledge of cash handling and cash register operation.
• Awareness of cost‑control responsibilities within the Department.
• Ability to work irregular hours.
• Effective verbal communication in simple sentences.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Basic math skills: add and subtract two‑digit numbers; multiply and divide with tens and hundreds.
• Palate skills: tasting and/or smelling; apply common sense to follow detailed but straightforward instructions.

Special Working Conditions

• Primarily works in a kitchen and restaurant environment.
• Exposed to indoor environmental conditions with temperature changes.
• Exposure to infectious diseases.
• Requires interaction with individuals with challenged mental capacities.
• May be called to assist other departments in emergencies.
• Exposure to extreme heat and cold, ovens, grills, cooktops, freezers, and steam. Handling of sharp blades such as knives.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Maximum occasional lift of 55 lbs from 4-64 inches; frequent lift of 35 lbs from 0-75 inches.
• Maximum occasional carry of 55 lbs at self‑selected height for 50 ft; frequent carry of 25 lbs for 100 ft.
• Maximum occasional horizontal push/pull of 60 lbs for 50 ft; frequent push/pull of 18 lbs (2 persons of 35 lbs) for 1300 ft; occasional vertical push/pull of 30 lbs from 36–72 inches.
• Frequent grip force 45 lbs; constant grip 10 lbs; constant pinch 5 lbs.
• Occasional climb 18 inches.
• Frequent forward reach 40 inches; occasional overhead reach 84 inches; frequent lateral reach 40 inches.
• Constant bending/crouching; frequent kneeling; frequent neck flexion and rotation; occasional neck extension.
• Frequent trunk rotation; fine motor coordination; hand coordination; foot coordination; balance; walking; occasional sitting.

Supervision Received/Given

Frequent supervision from Supervisor Nutrition Services, Restaurant Manager, Kitchen Supervisor, Senior Cook, Assistant Manager, and Senior FSA. Provides no supervision.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Persons with Disabilities

EOE/D/V. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Tobacco-Free

This position requires a tobacco‑free workplace.

Background Check and Health Screening

Post‑offer background check and health screening required.