Food Service Worker

Department-of-Education-1; Cave Spring (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Education is seeking a Food Service Worker for the Georgia School for the Deaf in Cave Spring, GA. You will prepare, cook, serve, and distribute meals for students, staff, and visitors, while operating food service equipment and maintaining sanitation per guidelines.

Preferred candidates communicate via ASL and have school or educational setting experience. You will help with inventory, records, and lead daily operations to ensure high-quality meals and compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with at least 1 year of experience in food service.
• ASL communication preferred for interactions with students and staff.
• Experience in school, residential, or educational settings preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, serve, and distribute meals per menus and nutritional guidelines.
• Operate, clean, and maintain specialized food service equipment safely.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Maintain records related to food production, sanitation, and inventory.

Skills

ASL (American Sign Language)

Food safety knowledge

Record keeping

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!We are the force that drives Georgia!Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens!Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!Job Title:Food Service WorkerAgency:Department of EducationJob Requisition ID:JR0000006229Shift:Not Applicable (United States of America)Compensation Details:COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCEJob Description:The Georgia Department of Education is hiring a Food Service Worker for the Georgia School for the Deaf located in Cave Spring, Georgia. This position is responsible for the preparation, cooking, serving, and distribution of meals to students, staff, and visitors. The Food Service Worker operates and maintains specialized food service equipment, performs general facility and equipment sanitation in accordance with federal, state, and departmental guidelines, and serves as a lead worker to support daily food service operations.Job ResponsibilitiesPrepare, cook, serve, and distribute meals and food items in accordance with established menus and nutritional guidelines.Operate, clean, and maintain specialized food service equipment safely and effectively.Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.Perform routine cleaning and sanitation of kitchen facilities, dining areas, equipment, and food preparation areas.Monitor food quality, portion control, and presentation standards.Assist with inventory control, food storage, and receiving deliveries.Provide guidance and support to assigned food service staff and serve as a lead worker during daily operations.Maintain accurate records related to food production, sanitation, and inventory as required.Preferred QualificationsAbility to communicate using American Sign Language (ASL).Previous experience working in a school, residential, or educational setting.Experience in institutional, commercial, or large-scale food service operations.Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma/GED and one (1) year of experience in the area of assignment; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Food Svc Worker 2 (FFS011) or position equivalent.-Note: An equivalent combination of knowledge, education, job or intern experience, training, or certifications that provides the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted year-over-year.Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerThe State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.