Food Service Worker

Young World Physical Education; Monticello (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a dedicated Food Service Worker at Drew Central School District Cafeteria in Monticello, Arkansas. This full-time position involves preparing, producing, and serving a variety of foods while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety.

The ideal candidate will have experience in food service, customer service skills, and the ability to lift heavy objects. Join a supportive environment where you’ll work closely with students and staff!

Qualifications

• Ability to prepare, assemble, and serve a variety of foods.
• Work rapidly and efficiently under supervision.
• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and personal hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve menu items according to recipes.
• Practice safe food handling and cleaning routines.
• Assist in taking inventory and monitoring food waste.

Skills

Food service experience

Customer service skills

Basic English communication

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Job description

Food Service Worker

Drew Central School District Cafeteria - Monticello, Arkansas

Job Details

• Job ID: 5741866
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: May 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Jul 1, 2026

Job Description

Prepares, produces, and serves a variety of foods from fresh, canned, dry, or frozen states according to recipes and assists in other related tasks in a designated food service production and/or service area.

Typical Duties

• Prepares or assists in the preparation of menu items as specified by the menu, recipes and production records.
• Sets up and merchandises food and food service areas and serves food.
• Practices safe food handling according to HACCP and Food Services Standard Operating Procedures.
• Assists in the monitoring, reduction, and management of food waste.
• Cleans and sanitizes pots, pans, and kitchen utensils.
• Performs daily, weekly, and monthly deep cleaning of the facility, service areas, and all kitchen equipment such as counters, tables, ovens, refrigerators, freezers, mixers, transient hot carts, mobile carts, and rolling racks.
• Mops floors and disposes of waste according to the Food Services Operating Procedures
• Receives, labels, and stores food and supplies according to produce and Food Service HACCP Standards.
• Assists in taking inventory.

Performs related duties as assigned. Supervision Under the direct supervision of the Cafeteria Manager.

Ability to:

• Prepare, assemble and serve a variety of foods
• Work rapidly and efficiently in performing job duties
• Work cohesively with peers, supervisors, school personnel, and students
• Apply and maintain standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and personal hygiene
• Read, write, and communicate in basic English
• Count money and make change accurately
• Demonstrate customer service skills on an ongoing basis

Special Physical Requirements

• Safely lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Stand and walk on concrete and tile floors for long periods of time
• Withstand a wide range of temperatures.
• Work in refrigerated areas

Experience:

Food service experience is preferred.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Meredith Shirey, Food Svc Director
• Cafeteria
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]