Food Service Worker

Rock Valley Community Programs, Inc.; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings

Paid training and certifications

Job summary

Rock Valley Community Programs, Inc. is hiring a Full-Time Food Service Worker in Janesville, Wisconsin. The role involves preparing meals in a large-scale kitchen, supervising kitchen staff and resident prep workers, and ensuring sanitary, compliant operations.

The position requires good judgment, strong communication, and experience in food service; driving and background checks may be required. Benefits include health insurance and PTO.

Qualifications

• Strong judgment, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience in food service, culinary programs, or cooking preferred.
• Must be able to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• TB test and drug screening (on-site) and pre-employment physical (off-site)
• CPR, First Aid, CBRF Fire Safety, and Choking training within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals in a large-scale kitchen environment.
• Lead kitchen operations and assist in supervising kitchen staff and resident prep workers.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen while ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
• Assist with food ordering, inventory, stocking, and meal preparation.
• Support and coach residents while promoting accountability and program expectations.
• Collaborate with staff to provide quality food service and support special events.
• Maintain daily shift logs and work as part of a team.

Skills

Judgment & problem-solving

Communication skills

Job description

Full-Time Food Service Worker

Rock Valley Community Programs provides transitional and supportive housing, addiction and mental health treatment services to adults in the Rock County area. We provide these services to homeless male veterans, clients connected to the criminal justice system, and outpatient care to anyone needing assistance with addiction and/or mental health treatment.

Position: Our Food Service Worker (FSW) prepare meals in large quantities while assisting with kitchen operations, food safety compliance, inventory, stocking, sanitation, and supervision of kitchen staff and resident prep workers. Support special events, maintain compliance with food service and safety regulations, and oversee kitchen operations during assigned shifts. Enforce program rules, ensure resident accountability, and complete incident reports as needed. Maintain awareness of emergency procedures, communicate effectively through daily email and shift log documentation, foster positive working relationships with staff, and uphold regular attendance and timely communication with supervisors.

Status: Full-Time

Shift: 11am-7pm (rotating schedule with E/O weekend off)

Pay: Starting at $17.33

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and serve meals in a large-scale kitchen environment.
• Lead kitchen operations and assist in supervising kitchen staff and resident prep workers.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen while ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
• Assist with food ordering, inventory, stocking, and meal preparation.
• Support and coach residents while promoting accountability and program expectations.
• Collaborate with staff to provide quality food service and support special events.
• Maintain accurate communication through daily shift logs and work as part of a positive, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Strong judgment, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Experience in food service, culinary programs, or cooking preferred
• Must be able to sit, stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Occasionally lift/move up to 25 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Must complete TB test and drug screening (on-site) and pre-employment physical (off-site)
• Completion of CPR, First Aid, CBRF Fire Safety, and Choking training within 90 days
• Employment is contingent upon passing a state and federal background check.

Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance 1st of the month after date of hire
• Company Paid:
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, PTO, and Sick Time
• Retirement Savings Programs
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Paid training and certifications

Rock Valley Community Programs, Inc is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled