Foodservice Worker

SLA; Independence Township (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

SLA is seeking a Food Service Worker to assist in the school cafeteria, preparing and serving meals in a safe, clean, and friendly environment.

The position emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and comfort with routine tasks. It involves standing for shifts, basic math, and following health regulations to support students and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service or cleaning preferred.
• Ability to work well with others and reliable.
• Comfortable with routine and repetitive tasks.
• Basic math and computer skills required.
• Background check and fingerprint screening required.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Enjoys working with children and being part of a school community.
• Respectful, inclusive and professional with coworkers and customers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food according to recipes and safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe kitchen and service area.
• Stock serving lines, salad bars, and milk coolers.
• Follow procedures for food storage, rotation, and sanitation.
• Serve meals to students, staff, and visitors courteously.
• Assist with deliveries and inventory.
• Sweep, mop, and take out trash as needed.
• Follow health regulations and step in to cover shifts.
• Submit reports and meet deadlines.
• Carry out additional duties to support the kitchen and school meal program.

Skills

Previous food service experience

Strong work ethic

Repetitive task tolerance

Basic math

Computer skills

Background check

Reliable transportation

School community

Professional and inclusive

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 SummaryThe 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 occasionallyRegular bending, reaching, walking, and use of handsModerate kitchen noise and frequent movement in fast-paced settingsFull-time schedule Monday through Friday, with occasional extended weeksMay 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