Food Service Worker

Pekin Insurance; Pekin (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Food Service Worker to enhance their café operations. This role involves assisting with food preparation, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring compliance with health standards. You will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional customer service while managing inventory and supporting the team. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are passionate about food service, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a supportive team that values your contributions and offers a flexible work schedule, along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance and a generous 401(k) plan.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Flexible/Hybrid Work Schedule

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of related experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of inventory control principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation and maintain cleanliness in the café.
• Uphold Health Department requirements and ensure inspection readiness.
• Provide excellent customer service during cashiering duties.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Customer Service

Inventory Control

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

The Food Service Worker assists the café by stocking food and beverages. This position may serve food and perform cashiering duties as appropriate

Essential Job Functions

• Completes daily preparation for breakfast and assists in lunch set up and tear down
• Maintains supply of product needs and services; communicates with supervisor to restock items
• Maintains and records daily temperature charts, reports any temperature violations found
• Assists with onsite coffee shop functions, as needed
• Upholds Health Department requirements and always remains inspection-ready
• Cleans and maintains work areas, reporting any maintenance or safety concerns to supervisor
• Communicates with staff about production needs and assists team when necessary to business demands
• Meets customers’ needs with the appropriate sense of urgency
• Assists with cashiering duties while exhibiting excellent customer service and professionalism
• Plans and prioritizes assigned job duties
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education & Experience

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Typically requires 0-2 years of related experience

Certifications & Licenses

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Basic ability to:

• Work as a team member and follow directions
• Read or understand Material Safety Data Sheets, labels and instructions
• Adapt to changes in responsibilities, work processes, timeframes, performance expectations, organizational culture, or work environment

Basic skill in:

• Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
• Managing one’s own time and the time of others
• Completing assignments accurately and with attention-to-detail

Basic knowledge of:

• Inventory control principles and methods

Salary Range :

$15.28 per hour to $18.50 per hour

• This range is based on the expected level of experience and skills for this position. Final compensation will depend on individual qualifications.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) with Paid Holidays
• Flexible/Hybrid Work Schedule

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