Foodservice Worker

SLA; Maumelle (AR); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

SLA is hiring a Food Service Worker to support daily cafeteria operations at a school site. The role involves preparing food, serving meals, keeping the kitchen and service areas clean, and assisting coworkers to ensure smooth, efficient service for students and staff.

Ideal candidates have prior food service or cleaning experience, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work well with others in a fast-paced school environment.

Qualifications

• Previous food service or cleaning experience preferred.
• Ability to work well with others and maintain a positive attitude.
• Comfortable with repetitive tasks and a routine.
• Basic math and computer skills for daily tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food according to recipes and safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe kitchen and service area.
• Stock serving lines and milk coolers; organize inventory.
• Follow food storage, rotation, and sanitation procedures.
• Serve meals to students, staff, and visitors courteously.

Skills

Food service experience

Cleaning experience

Strong work ethic

Teamwork

Basic math

Computer skills

Background check

Reliable transportation

Working around children

Professional demeanor

Job description

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

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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