Kitchen - Custodian

HIT Inc; Mandan (ND); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ICHRA Medical Plans

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) with 6% match

EAP through ComPsych

Voluntary Benefits: Disability, Acc./H

Short Term Disability

Hospital Indemnity

Critical Illness Insurance

Job summary

HIT Inc. in Mandan, ND is seeking a reliable Food Service / Custodian to manage daily meal preparation, service, and light maintenance for our Head Start site serving 77 students and 14 staff.

This role requires a valid driver's license, a high school diploma, at least 6 months of food service experience, ability to lift 40 pounds, and strong English communication; schedule runs mid-August to mid-May with potential summer hours.

Qualifications

• 6+ months food service experience.
• Valid drivers license required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds.
• Strong communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Food Service & Kitchen: breakfast prep and service, lunch service, routine cleaning and organization of refrigerators, freezers, pantry and cabinets, inventory and ordering, daily temperature records, CACFP compliance.
• Custodial & Building Maintenance: general cleaning of hallways, gym, bathrooms, and offices, waste management, vehicle care and mileage reporting, outdoor safety checks and light snow shoveling, and basic maintenance like changing furnace filters.

Skills

Food service experience

Reliability

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Food Service / CustodianHead Start is hiring a reliable, multi-talented individual to manage Food Service and light Custodial/Maintenance duties for our site in Mandan, ND. We have 77 students and 14 teaching staff. This is a crucial, high-impact role that provides a predictable school-year schedule.DetailsRequires a valid driver's license and high school diploma or equivalentPay: $20.00/hour40 hours per week from mid-August to mid-May. If desired, summer hours may be available through HIT, Inc.Some flexibility with hours. Must start early enough to prepare breakfast. Will discuss during the interview.6+ months food service experience.Effectively speak, read, and understand English.Must be able to lift 40 poundsStrong communication skills, both verbal and written.Basic mathematical skills.Excellent understanding of food preparation fundamentals.Proficient understanding of food allergies, modified diets, and food borne illnesses.Food Service & Kitchen ResponsibilitiesYou will be the sole kitchen operator, responsible for daily meal preparation and service while adhering to CACFP (Child and Adult Care Food Program) requirements.Breakfast: Prep and serve a simple breakfast.Lunch: Receive and dish up catered lunch (family-style into bowls for classroom service).Cleaning: Wash dishes, and clean/organize refrigerators, freezers, pantry, and cabinets daily.Ordering: Compile grocery and supply lists, shop, order, and put away deliveries.Safety/Compliance: Record refrigerator and freezer temperatures dailyCustodial & Building Maintenance ResponsibilitiesYou will ensure our building and grounds are clean, safe, and welcoming for students and staff.Cleaning: Mop, sweep, and general cleaning of hallways, gymnasium, bathrooms, meeting rooms, and main office.Waste Management: Emptying all trash receptacles (bathrooms, gym, kitchen).Vehicle Care: Clean Head Start vehicles (buses, car, truck) and submit mileage reports.Outdoor: Perform daily playground safety checks, sweep steps, and light snow shoveling/de-icing (less than 2 inches).Maintenance: Change furnace filters and monitor dehumidifier in the basement.Minimum Qualifications & RequirementsExperience: Food service or commercial kitchen experience preferred (experience serving large groups is a plus).Reliability: Must be a highly dependable, self-motivated individual, capable of managing all duties independently.License: Valid Driver's License required.Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.Physical: Must be able to lift 40 pounds.Communication: Effectively speak, read, and understand English.BenefitsOur program offers a variety of benefits to cover you and your family.ICHRA Medical Plans (single, single plus dependents, or family plan options)Dental insurance - BCBS VSP Vision (single or family plan options)Vision insurance - BCBS VSP Vision (single or family plan options)Life AD&D InsuranceFlexible Spending and Health Savings AccountsPaid time offPaid holidays401 (k) with 6% match (after 1 year)EAP through ComPsychVoluntary Benefits Include: Life and AD&D Insurance, Short Term Disability, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness