Foodservice Worker

Great Western Dining Service, Inc.; Hillsboro (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Western Dining Service, Inc. at Jefferson College in Hillsboro seeks energetic individuals for food service roles. Responsibilities include food preparation, cleaning, assisting cooks, and ensuring safety and cleanliness.

The ideal candidate is reliable and organized, comfortable in fast-paced settings, and able to work the full shift from 6:00 am to 2:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Opportunities for time off include most major holidays and extended breaks.

Qualifications

• Must be dependable and reliable.
• Able to work in fast-paced environment, follow instructions and use equipment.
• Good math and reading skills and some computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Perform food preparation duties such as washing, cutting, and preparing foods.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Assist cooks and kitchen staff with various tasks.
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and HACCP standards.

Skills

Dependable and reliable

Good math and reading skills

Basic food prep skills

Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Job description

Great Western Dining at our Jefferson College in Hillsboro MO is looking for fun and energetic people to join our team. Reports to Food Service Director/Executive Chef/Production Manager/Shift Supervisor. Must be a hard worker with a willingness to learn. Must be customer service oriented and enjoy working in a food service environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of food preparation duties other than cooking, such as preparing cold foods, washing, peeling, and cutting various foods, fruits and vegetables, to prepare for cooking or serving, slicing meat, mixing ingredients for salads and brewing coffee or tea
• Inform superiors when equipment is malfunctioning and when food and supplies are low
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes or silverware, vacuum dining area and sweep and mop kitchen floor
• Carry food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas; stock cupboards and refrigerators and tend salad bars and buffet lines
• Assist cooks and kitchen staff with various tasks as needed and serving during mealtimes
• Receive and store food supplies, equipment, and utensils in refrigerators, cupboards, and other storage areas
• Take and record temperature of food and food storage areas—refrigerators, freezers, line
• Ensure uniform and personal appearance is clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and HACCP standards
• All duties and responsibilities as required and assigned

Skills And Qualifications

• Must be dependable and reliable.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships.
• Able to work in fast-paced environment, follow instructions and use manual or electric appliances.
• Good math and reading skills and some computer skills required.

Physical Requirements

• Continuous walking and other means of mobility up to 8 hours a day
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push/pull and frequently lift/move up to 30 pounds

Other Info/Requirements

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00am–2:00pm
• Time Off: Most major holidays off; approximately 1-month Christmas break furlough period; ~3-month summer furlough period.
• Position Summary: This role supports daily food service and program operations, ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for students and staff. The ideal candidate is reliable, organized, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced setting.
• Key Responsibilities:
• Prepare and serve breakfast each morning
• Set up and prepare daycare food service
• Make daily soup
• Operate the smoothie bar
• Run "Showtime" (daily action station/food service period)
• Assist cooks with meal prep as needed
• Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards
• Support general kitchen and program operations as assigned

Requirements

• Ability to work the full 6am–2pm shift
• Comfortable working in a team environment
• Basic food prep skills; willingness to learn
• Ability to lift up to 25–40 lbs or up with assistance and stand for extended periods
• Reliability and strong work ethic

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.