Foodservice Worker

SLA; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

SLA in Durham, NC is hiring a Food Service Worker to help prepare and serve meals to students and staff in a safe, clean, and friendly environment. Whether you're new to food service or bringing experience, this role suits dependable team players who enjoy working with people and supporting their community.

You will follow recipes and safety standards, maintain a tidy kitchen, stock lines, and assist with deliveries and inventory.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service or cleaning preferred.
• Willingness to work in a school environment.
• Ability to pass background check and fingerprint screening.
• Reliable transportation and ability to stand for extended periods.
• Comfortable with routine tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food following recipes, production records, and safety standards.
• Keep the kitchen and service area clean and safe.
• Stock serving lines, salad bars, and milk coolers.
• Follow food storage, rotation, and sanitation procedures.
• Serve meals to students, staff, and visitors courteously.
• Assist with deliveries and inventory organization.
• Sweep, mop, and take out trash.
• Follow health regulations.
• Fill in shifts when needed.

Skills

Team player

Reliable transportation

Basic math

Computer skills

Food service experience

Job description

Serve Up Something Meaningful? Join Us as a Food Service Worker!

Looking for a steady, full-time job where you can make a difference every day? As a Food Service Worker, you’ll help prepare and serve meals to students and staff in a safe, clean, and friendly environment. Whether you’re new to food service or bringing experience to the table, this role is perfect for dependable team players who enjoy working with people and supporting their community.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food according to recipes, production records, and safety standards
• Maintain a clean, safe kitchen and service area
• Stock serving lines, salad bars, and milk coolers
• Follow proper procedures for food storage, rotation, and sanitation
• Serve meals to students, staff, and visitors in a courteous manner
• Assist with putting away deliveries and organizing inventory
• Sweep, mop, and take out trash as needed
• Follow all local, state, federal, and company health regulations
• Step in to assist team members or cover shifts as needed
• Submit reports and meet deadlines as assigned
• Carry out any additional duties to support the kitchen team and school meal program

Qualifications

• Previous food service or cleaning experience preferred
• Strong work ethic and ability to work well with others
• Comfortable with repetitive tasks and following a routine
• Basic math and computer skills
• Must pass a background check and fingerprint screening
• Reliable transportation required
• Enjoys working around children and being part of a school community
• Respectful, inclusive, and professional with all coworkers and customers

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Must be able to stand for an entire shift and lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Regular bending, reaching, walking, and use of hands
• Moderate kitchen noise and frequent movement in fast‑paced settings

Full‑time Schedule

Monday through Friday, with occasional extended weeks. May require participation in company events or meetings.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, Gender/Minority/Veterans/Disabled, and participate with the E‑Verify Employment Eligibility Program.