Kitchen Helper/Transport Driver

Lunchtime Solutions, Inc.; Storm Lake (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Free meal

Limited medical plan

Job summary

Lunchtime Solutions, Inc. in Storm Lake, IA, is seeking a dependable Kitchen Helper / Transport Driver to support our school food service program. This dual-role position combines meal prep, serving, and safe delivery between school locations, with a Monday–Friday daytime schedule.

You will follow recipes, keep work areas clean, transport meals and supplies, and assist with inventory and food safety while delivering excellent customer service to students and staff.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Ability to follow recipes, measure ingredients, and convert quantities for large batches.
• Dependability, integrity, and commitment to excellent customer service.
• Ability to safely drive, park, and maneuver delivery vehicles ( vans/box trucks ).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move heavier items using carts and transport equipment.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, twisting, and other physical tasks are required.

Responsibilities

• Help prep and serve menu items, keep station stocked, and follow serving-size guidelines.
• Deliver meals, food, and supplies to assigned school locations following routes and schedules.
• Safely load, unload, and transport food, supplies, and equipment between sites.
• Follow recipes and maintain kitchen cleanliness and proper storage using FIFO.
• Support food safety procedures and basic logs, ensuring a safe workspace.
• Keep delivery vehicles clean and ready for daily use.
• Communicate supply needs and feedback to team and supervisors.
• Assist with prep lists and freezer pulls as needed.
• Adapt to changing priorities to ensure smooth meal service.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Strong communication

Follow recipes

Dependability

Safe driving

Lift up to 50 lbs

Physical tasks

Job description

It takes amazing people to make amazing dining experiences

Join our team! Lunchtime Solutions is a fast-growing company with a progressive work environment and great opportunities for personal growth. Make the most out of your talents and skills by helping to improve students’ school experience with better nutrition and an enjoyable dining atmosphere.

Location: Storm Lake, IA

Job Id:3979

# of Openings:1

Kitchen Helper/Transport Driver – Lunchtime Solutions
Location: On-site at Storm Lake Community School District
Schedule: Monday–Friday 7am-2pm

Lunchtime Solutions is seeking a dependable, team-focused Kitchen Helper / Transport Driver to join our school food service program. In this dual-role position, you'll help keep meal service running smoothly by preparing and serving food, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, and safely delivering meals and supplies between school locations. It's an active, hands-on role that combines teamwork, customer service, and independent responsibility while making a real impact on students' day.

What You'll Do

• Help prep and serve menu items, keep your station stocked, and follow serving-size and special-diet guidelines.
• Deliver meals, food, and supplies to assigned school locations following established routes and schedules.
• Safely load, unload, and transport food, supplies, and equipment between sites.
• Follow simple recipes like fruit and veggie bars or baked goods while keeping kitchen, storage areas, and equipment clean and organized using FIFO.
• Maintain food safety and compliance by following food-safety procedures, completing basic logs, and helping maintain a safe workspace.
• Keep delivery vehicles clean, organized, and ready for daily use.
• Communicate supply needs, delivery updates, vehicle concerns, and operational feedback to your team and supervisors.
• Stock and serve menu items during meal service and help with prep lists and freezer pulls.
• Adapt to changing priorities and jump in wherever needed to support teammates and ensure successful meal service.

What You Bring

• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to follow recipes, measure ingredients, and convert quantities for large batches.
• Dependability, integrity, and a commitment to excellent customer service.
• Ability to safely drive, park, and maneuver delivery vehicles, including vans or box trucks.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and move heavier items using carts and transport equipment.
• Ability to perform frequent standing, walking, bending, twisting, and other physical tasks throughout the day.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Enjoy your evenings and weekends—our Monday–Friday daytime schedule means no late nights, no weekends, and no holidays spent in a kitchen.
• Follow the school-year rhythm—work when school is in session and enjoy built-in breaks when students are out.
• Plan for your future with our 401(k) retirement plan.
• Enjoy work-life balance with paid time off and paid holidays.
• Eat well—enjoy a free, delicious meal every shift.
• Stay supported with a limited medical benefit plan available for those scheduled 5 hours or more each day.

Our Values

At Lunchtime Solutions, our success comes from team members who:

• Take pride in what you do
• Focus on customer success
• Be a person of integrity
• Drive to improve
• Do it with passion
• Express gratitude
• Work as a team
• Embrace a healthy work-life balance

If these values resonate with you, we'd love to meet you!

Lunchtime Solutions performs post-offer background investigations prior to starting employment with our company. This background investigation may involve verifying or reviewing any relevant information, including criminal convictions and DMV records if appropriate for the position.

Lunchtime Solutions Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. EOE-M/F/Disabled/Vet. View Policy

Honest dialog and open communication was a critical component to making this a successful partnership. Lunchtime has changed my way of thinking. They are a partner, not a vendor. I could write all day about this!

- Lance Swanson, Director of Communications
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