Food Services Worker I- FT

CHS Career Site; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

CHS seeks a Food Services Worker I in Valparaiso, Indiana to support daily meal service by preparing, presenting, and serving meals in a safe, efficient manner. You will follow recipes, maintain food safety, rotate stock, and help keep the serving area clean and organized.

Ideal candidates have 0-1 years in food prep or services, basic food safety knowledge, and strong attention to detail. A Food Handler’s certification is required where applicable by state regulations, with reliable attendance

Qualifications

• 0–1 years of experience in food preparation or services.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques and safety standards.
• Ability to follow recipes and portion control guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepares ingredients and measures items for service.
• Transports pans and trays safely between workstations.
• Stores food with FIFO rotations and safety compliance.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation in work areas.
• Serves hot and cold items from the serving line to customers.
• Keeps inventory logs and monitors temperatures for quality.
• Assists in meal tray prep and delivery as needed.
• Adheres to policies and ensures reliable attendance.

Skills

Food safety

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Job description

Job Summary

The Food Services Worker I supports the daily operations of the food services department by preparing, presenting, and serving meals to customers in a safe and efficient manner. This role ensures cleanliness and compliance with food safety standards while assisting in food preparation and maintaining pantry supplies.

Essential Functions

• Prepares ingredients by washing, peeling, cutting, and seeding vegetables and fruits, as well as measuring and weighing designated items.
• Safely transports pans, kettles, and trays of food between workstations, stoves, and refrigerators while adhering to safety protocols.
• Properly stores food in designated areas, following wrapping, dating, and food safety rotation procedures, including First In/First Out (FIFO) practices.
• Utilizes approved recipes and production standards to ensure proper food quality, serving temperatures, and portion control.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of work areas, ensuring compliance with safety and sanitation standards.
• Sets up and monitors the serving line, recording and maintaining appropriate food temperatures, and notifying the chef of any deviations.
• Serves hot and cold food items from the serving line to customers with professionalism and courtesy.
• Stocks pantry items and refrigerators with correct inventory levels daily, recording replenished amounts and refrigerator temperatures on appropriate logs.
• Assists in the preparation of meal trays and delivery to designated areas as needed.
• Collaborates with team members to support efficient food service operations and address customer needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in food preparation or food services required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques and safety standards.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow recipes and portion control guidelines.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safety and sanitation standards.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with customers and team members.
• Physical ability to lift and carry food trays, pans, and other items as needed.

Licenses and Certifications

• Food Handler’s certification as applicable by local or state regulations required

State Specific Requirements

• Arizona: Arizona Health Department Sanitation Certificate, ServeSafe Certificate, or Arizona Food Handler Certificate required.