Food Service I - Warehouse - Freight

Valdez City Schools; Valdez (AK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Valdez City Schools is seeking a Nutrition Services/ Food Service I/Warehouse worker in Valdez, AK. The role supports breakfast and lunch service, manages receiving, warehousing, and distribution of inventory, and maintains cleanliness and organization in the kitchen and storeroom.

Responsibilities include inventory, order verification, and assisting in food prep and serving. Requires strong communication and ability to follow directions with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current food handler's card.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Hold and maintain a valid State of Alaska driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain weekly inventory of all food and supplies.
• Pick up and deliver food and supplies as needed.
• Deliver food transport carts and products as needed.
• Ensure security of the storeroom and inventory; receive and store shipments.
• Stock and rotate inventory; notify manager of discrepancies.

Skills

Inventory management

Food handling

Customer service

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food handler's card

Valid Alaska driver's license

Tools

Point of sale system

Job description

• Position Type: Nutrition Services/ Food Service I/Warehouse
• Date Posted: 8/31/2026
• Date Available: As soon as possible

SUMMARY: Under direct supervision of the Food Service Manager, this position works to serve the students and staff of Valdez City Schools with attractive and nutritious meals in an atmosphere of efficiency, cleanliness, and friendliness. In addition to performing a variety of tasks preparing and serving breakfasts and lunches for their assigned building, this position is also responsible for receiving, recording, warehousing, and distributing inventory accurately.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• 1. Conduct a weekly inventory of all food and supplies.
• 2. Pick up and deliver food and supplies as needed.
• 3. Deliver food transport carts and food products as needed.
• 4. Assure security of the food service storeroom and main inventory.
• 5. Receive, verify, and store incoming shipments.
• 6. Stock and rotate inventory.
• 7. Notifies the Food Service Manager of discrepancies in orders received.
• 8. Ensures the cleanliness and functional operation of galley equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas by routinely cleaning and inspecting each piece.
• 9. Assists Food Service Manager by performing such duties as baking, vegetable/salad preparation, meat cutting, etc.
• 10. Serves students and staff from the cafeteria counter.
• 11. May assist in operating the point of sale system as a cashier.
• 12. Maintains records, deposits, reports, and filing of documents.
• 13. Removes used dishes and assists in the cleaning and sanitation of dishes, counters, tables, and equipment as directed.

COMPETENCIES

• 1. Ability to maintain confidential information.
• 2. Aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities.
• 3. Ability to relate positively and cooperatively with students, other District employees, and school patrons.
• 4. Ability to follow verbal and written directions with minimum supervision.
• 5. Knowledge of appropriate food handling procedures.
• 6. Knowledge of what makes an accountable meal.
• 7. Effective written and verbal communication skills.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

This position assists with the preparation and serving of meals. In addition, the occupant of this position may be called upon to help train new employees.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates indoors in a kitchen environment. This role routinely uses a variety of equipment in the production of school breakfasts and lunches. The occupant of this position may be required to work in different school buildings depending on need.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 70 pounds with assistance. Additional physical abilities include lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling, stooping/crouching, reaching overhead/handling, repetitive use of hands, speaking, hearing conversations, and near/far visual acuity, depth perception, and field of vision.

POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time position, with benefits. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7-8 hours/day. This position operates for 180 days out of the year. Salary Grade Level C

TRAVEL

Travel is not expected for this position.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 1. High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2. Current food handler's card.
• 3. Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• 4. Hold and maintain a valid State of Alaska driver's license.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 1. Previous warehouse handling experience.
• 2. Experience working in food service production.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate will be required to present a valid criminal background check upon hire.

EEO STATEMENT

Valdez City School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by local, state, or federal law. This policy will prevail in all matters concerning staff, students, the public, educational facilities, programs, services, and activities, and with whom the district does business.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Valdez City Schools benefits package

Tuition Reimbursement with Superintendent preapproval.

HEALTH INSURANCE

Currently monthly employee paid premium is less than $100 per family for medical, RX, dental, vision, & hearing. Basic life insurance policy is provided. Benefits become effective following 30worked days.

Pay Scale attached.

FLSA Status: Non-exempt