Food Service Worker

Quest Food Management Services; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal daily

Annual shoe credit

Company paid holidays

Two raises per school year

$500 employee referral bonus

Paid time off

401(k) with matching

Job summary

Quest Food Management Services is seeking a part-time Food Service Worker in Woodridge, IL. This role supports daily food production operations in a school kitchen, preparing ingredients and serving meals while ensuring a clean environment. Ideal candidates are reliable and can work as a team.

Working hours are Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 1 PM, following the school calendar. Benefits include no nights or weekends, free daily meals, and a chance for career growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service or cafeteria preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively on a team.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support daily food production operations in a school kitchen.
• Prepare and package food products according to guidelines.
• Maintain clean workstations and follow food safety protocols.

Skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Food safety knowledge

Job description

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.

This part‑time position follows the Woodridge SD 68 school calendar and starts in August: Monday‑Friday 8am‑1pm. No nights, weekends, or holidays.

Essential Duties And 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 HACCP 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 a 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 a loud, fast‑paced kitchen environment

Food Service Worker Benefits

• Career growth with potential for future promotional pathways
• Work‑life balance: no nights, no weekends, no holidays and summers off
• Free meal daily
• Annual shoe credit through Shoes for Crews
• Company paid holidays
• Two raises per school year (based on performance reviews)
• $500.00 employee referral bonus (no limit to number of employee referrals)
• Paid time off
• Sick time after one year of service
• Pay out unused sick time at the end of every school year
• Pre‑tax commuter benefit
• 401(k) with matching
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount program
• Wisely pay card – get paid up to two days ahead of time
• Discount on event spaces and catering
• Full‑time only benefits: medical, dental, vision, and additional voluntary benefits