Foodservice Worker

Southwest Foodservice Excellence, Llc; Red Oak (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Foodservice Excellence, Llc in Red Oak, IA seeks a dependable Foodservice Worker to support meals for students and staff. You will help prepare and serve meals in a safe, clean, and friendly environment, with a focus on timely service and teamwork.

The role is full-time with a regular Monday–Friday schedule, occasional events, and opportunities to contribute to the school meal program and community.

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.
• Must pass a background check and fingerprint screening.

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

Food service experience

Teamwork

Routine work

Basic math

Background check

Reliability

Children-friendly

Professional conduct

Job description

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Foodservice Worker

District Hourly Manual Labor Red Oak CSD District Office, Red Oak, IA, US

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.

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

• 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