Foodservice Worker

SFE- Southwest Foodservice Excellence; Gering (NE); On-site; USD 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

SFE- Southwest Foodservice Excellence in Nebraska is seeking a Food Service Worker to support daily cafeteria operations at a school site. You will prepare and serve meals, maintain a clean, safe kitchen, and assist coworkers to ensure smooth service.

This role is ideal for dependable team players who enjoy working with students and staff, follow safety procedures, and contribute to a positive dining experience. Some experience preferred; background check required; valid transportation helpful.

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

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

Skills

Team player

Basic math

Computer skills

Reliable transportation

Tools

POS system

Job description

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

Looking for a flexible, part- 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.

Position Summary

The Food Service Worker supports daily cafeteria operations at a school site. This includes preparing food, serving meals, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting coworkers to ensure smooth, efficient service. The role is ideal for those who take pride in their work and enjoy contributing to a positive dining experience for students and staff.

Key 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

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, Gender/Minority/Veterans/Disabled and participates with E-Verify Employment Eligibility Program