Food Service Worker – 2025 Florida Hurricane Response

GardaWorld Federal Services; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Food Service Workers to support hurricane response efforts in Florida. This role involves preparing and serving nutritious meals while ensuring a clean and safe environment. You will collaborate with emergency responders and other staff to deliver essential food services during critical times. If you're passionate about helping others and have prior food service experience, this opportunity could be your chance to make a real difference in your community.

Qualifications

• Must possess a ServSafe certification.
• Prior food service experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food according to standardized recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of food preparation areas.
• Package and distribute meals efficiently.

Skills

Food Preparation

Customer Service

Sanitation Practices

Inventory Management

Education

ServSafe Certification

Prior Food Service Experience

Job description

POSITION INFORMATION: BASIC DETAILS

Location:Fort Lauderdale, Naples, West Palm Beach, Jacksonville, Daytona Beach, Tampa

Travel Requirement:No

Teleworking:No

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time (Seasonal)

FLSA Status:Non-Exempt

Pay Range:$17/hr. - $22/hr.

Pay is based on numerous factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

POSITION SUMMARY INFORMATION: DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS

The Food Service Worker plays a crucial role in supporting hurricane response efforts in Florida by providing essential food services at designated locations. The Food Service Worker will be responsible for preparing, serving, and maintaining a clean and safe environment for the distribution of meals to affected individuals and response personnel.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prepare and serve food according to standardized recipes and guidelines, ensuring meals are nutritious and meet dietary needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of food preparation and serving areas, adhering to all health and safety regulations.
• Assist with the setup and breakdown of food service stations, including tables, serving lines, and dining areas.
• Package and distribute meals to individuals and families, ensuring efficient and organized service.
• Operate kitchen equipment, such as ovens, stoves, and food processors, safely and efficiently.
• Receive, inspect, and store food supplies, ensuring proper handling and storage to prevent spoilage and contamination.
• Monitor food temperatures to ensure safety and quality.
• Assist with inventory management and record-keeping, tracking food supplies and meals served.
• Provide excellent customer service to recipients, addressing inquiries and concerns with empathy and professionalism.
• Collaborate with other food service staff, volunteers, and emergency responders to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Education, Certifications, Licenses, and Experience:

• Must possess a ServSafe certification.
• Must possess prior food service experience.
• Be prepared to deploy to disaster-affected areas, often with short notice.

Work Environment:

Employees may be exposed to extreme cold or hot weather conditions, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and loud noise.

Physical Requirements:

Employees may be required to remain in a stationary position, stand, push, pull, climb, kneel, crawl, balance, squat, bend, and reach. Employees may be also required to use gear to move items around, including, but not limited to, carts and dollies. Employees may also be occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 49 pounds.

GardaWorld Federal Services is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.