Food Service Worker (NON-PERMANENT)

City of Tucson; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Tucson seeks a Food Service Worker to assist the kitchen manager in preparing meals for our senior community and to maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.

Responsibilities include producing and portioning meals, upholding food safety standards, and stocking workstations. This is a non-permanent, part-time role with a typical weekly hours limit and requires ability to work both independently and within a team.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and handling.
• Experience in a commercial, institutional, or senior nutrition food service environment.
• Experience maintaining food safety records and regulatory documentation.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and prepares produce for current and upcoming meals.
• Adheres to food safety rules and regulations for labeling, dating, and storing food in proper locations and temperatures.
• Assists in serving, packaging, plating, and assembling food items to ensure they are ready for guests.
• Sets up salad bar and beverage station and ensures these workstations remain fully stocked and clean.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of equipment and utensils in workspace by washing, sanitizing, drying, and properly storing items.
• Cleans and sanitizes seating areas and food preparation areas, sweeps, mops, and disposes of trash.
• Assists in taking inventory of food and supplies, unloads and stocks supplies.
• Organizational skills, pays attention to detail, knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, flexibility, willing to adapt to changing menu requirements and kitchen needs.

Skills

Food preparation

Food handling

Safety compliance

Volunteer supervision

Education

Some high school

Job description

Posting Close Date

Applicants must submit their completed application by 09-22-2026 at 11:59 p.m. MST.

Application and Special Instructions

This is a non-permanent position that will work on an intermittent or seasonal basis. Individuals in this classification may not exceed 1,300 hours in a 12-month period. The typical number of hours for this position will not exceed 24 hours/week.

Selection Requirements

Candidates selected for hire must successfully pass the following:

• Background Investigation
• AZDPS/FBI Fingerprint Criminal History Check
• Ability to obtain a Food Handler Certification
• Ability to obtain a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card within 90 days of Hire
• Ability to obtain a CPR/First-Aid Certification within 90 days

RECRUITER CONTACT INFORMATION

Should you have any questions related to this recruitment process, please contact Sandra Fata at [e-mail].

ABOUT THIS JOB

Position Specific Summary

The Food Service Worker will be responsible for assisting the kitchen manager in preparing meals for our senior community as well as maintaining cleanliness and organization of the kitchen.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Cleans and prepares produce for current and upcoming meals.
• Adheres to food safety rules and regulations for labeling, dating, and storing food in proper locations and temperatures.
• Assists in serving, packaging, plating, and assembling food items to ensure they are ready for guests.
• Sets up salad bar and beverage station and ensures these workstations remain fully stocked and clean.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of equipment and utensils in workspace by washing, sanitizing, drying, and properly storing items.
• Cleans and sanitizes seating areas and food preparation areas, sweeps, mops, and disposes of trash.
• Assists in taking inventory of food and supplies, unloads and stocks supplies.
• Organizational skills, pays attention to detail, knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, flexibility, willing to adapt to changing menu requirements and kitchen needs.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Some exposure to light physical or environmental conditions (noise, dust, weather, etc.).

All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Some high school

Work Experience

Under one (1) year of directly related experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in food preparation and handling.
• Experience in a commercial, institutional, or senior nutrition food service environment.
• Experience maintaining food safety records and regulatory compliance documentation.
• Experience leading volunteers or temporary staff in a food service setting.

POSITION DETAILS

Job Profile

J3311 - Recreation Worker (NonPerm) To view the full job profile including classification specifications and physical demands click https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Tucson-Talent.

Compensation

Grade G1008 Hourly Range $15.45 - 22.50 USD.

The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

• Non-Exempt
• Position Type Intermittent
• Non-Permanent (Fixed Term)
• Time Type Part time

Department

Parks and Recreation Department

Link

https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Parks-and-Recreation

Background Check

This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.

The City of Tucson is a Second Chance Employer.

ABOUT US Benefits

• The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions.
• The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind.
• Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings.
• With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years.
• We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours.
• You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.

Citizenship

The City of Tucson employs only U.S. Citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Status. The City of Tucson does not offer visa sponsorship.

City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer

The City of Tucson does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD).

ADA Accessibility Complaint Form

The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or 520-791-2619.

Recruiter Name

Erin Gallego (47711)

Recruiter Email

[e-mail]

Human Resources general questions

Please contact 520-837-4190.

City Organization

The City of Tucson, founded in 1775 and incorporated in 1877, is a City Manager-led Mayor and Council government organization comprised of over 5,000 dedicated employees. Tucson Community The City of Tucson is recognized as a Top 20 “Best City in America” by Resonance Consultancy. Tucson, Arizona, is a thriving center for bioscience, aerospace, defense, optics, mining, and logistics. With a city population of more than 540,000 and a regional population of more than 1 million, Tucson has 330-plus days of sunshine a year and is surrounded by majestic mountain ranges. A small-town feel with big-city amenities complements its natural beauty. You can learn more about Tucson, Arizona, at Visit Tucson, Arizona. For system related questions please contact [e-mail]. For general Human Resources questions please contact 520-791-4241.