Food Service Worker

Quest Food Management Services; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal daily

401k with Matching

Paid Time Off

Sick time after 1 year of service

Annual Shoe Credit through Shoes for Crews

Job summary

Quest Food Management Services in Elgin, Illinois, is seeking a reliable Food Service Worker to assist in daily food production operations within a school kitchen. This role entails preparing and serving meals while ensuring a clean and safe environment.

The ideal candidate will possess the ability to work efficiently in a team, follow safety guidelines, and contribute positively to daily production goals. Benefits include career growth opportunities, paid time off, and free meals.

Qualifications

• Previous food service experience preferred but not required.
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to read, speak, and comprehend English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fruits, vegetables, and other menu items according to standardized recipes.
• Operate kitchen equipment including ovens and steam tables.
• Maintain clean and organized workstations throughout shifts.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Reliability

Ability to follow instructions

Education

Serve Safe Certification or ability to obtain

Job description

Overview

Position Summary: The food service worker supports daily food production operations in a school kitchen that serves students. The position is responsible for preparing ingredients, assembling food items, serving students meals, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. The ideal candidate is reliable, energetic, and able to work efficiently as part of a team to meet daily production goals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fruits, vegetables, and other menu items according to standardized recipes and meal schedules
• Wash, cut, portion, cook, and package food products for distribution
• Assist with meal assembly and service to ensure accuracy and quality standards are met
• Label, date, and store food products following food safety guidelines
• Operate kitchen equipment including ovens, steam tables, and knives
• Maintain clean and organized workstations throughout the shift
• Follow HAACP procedures and document food temperatures as required
• Assist with receiving deliveries and stocking inventory using FIFO procedures
• Support cooks with food preparation and other duties as assigned
• Work efficiently to meet production deadlines
• Adhere to all company, local, state, and federal food safety and sanitation guidelines

Qualifications

• Previous food service, restaurant, cafeteria experience preferred but not required
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Reliable attendance and punctuality required
• Serve Safe Certified or the ability to obtain certification upon hire
• Must pass federal background check
• Ability to read, speak, and comprehend English

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 25 lbs.
• Frequent bending, reaching, twisting, and repetitive hand movements
• Ability to work in loud, fast paced kitchen environment

Benefits

• Career growth with potential for future promotional pathways
• Work-life balance
• Free meal daily
• Annual Shoe Credit through Shoes for Crews
• Company Paid Holidays
• 2 Raises per School Year (based off performance reviews)
• $500.00 Employee Referral Bonus (no limit to number of employee referrals)
• Paid Time Off
• Sick time after 1 year of service
• Pay Out Unused Sick Time (at the end of every school year)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefit
• 401k with Matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Wisely Pay Card – Get paid up to 2 days ahead of time
• Discount on Event Spaces and Catering
• Full Time Only Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Additional Voluntary Benefits