Kitchen Prep & Service Specialist

Opaa! Food Management; Poteau (OK); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Opaa! Food Management, Inc. seeks kitchen team members to support breakfast and lunch service, set up serving lines, and assist with occasional catering. You will follow menu plans, manage portions, and ensure food safety throughout daily operations.

Responsibilities include equipment operation, FIFO inventory, and maintaining clean work areas. This role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to safety procedures, and customer hospitality in a school cafeteria environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred; or up to one month related experience
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Ability to write simple correspondence and present information to customers and colleagues
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
• Ability to stand—walk—lift and carry up to 25 pounds regularly; occasionally up to 60 pounds

Responsibilities

• Assist with setting up serving lines daily and maintain proper food temperatures
• Prepare foods per menu and Opaa! recipes; plan ahead for next day menus
• Operate kitchen equipment with proper certification
• Keep work areas clean and organized; maintain FIFO inventory
• Maintain dishes, utensils, and serving items; restock as needed
• Prepare baked goods as required by the menu plan and present attractively
• Batch cook to ensure quality and presentation
• Follow HACCP and food safety logs; monitor temperatures
• Adhere to safety policies and report unsafe conditions
• Participate in daily dish and other required trainings
• Maintain core values and participate in timekeeping policies

Skills

Reading comprehension

Written simple correspondence

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Dishwasher

Steamer/Kettle

Mixer

Oven

Stove

Fryers

Slicer

Job description

Opaa! Food Management, Inc. seeks kitchen team members to support breakfast and lunch service, set up serving lines, and assist with occasional catering. You will follow menu plans, manage portions, and ensure food safety throughout daily operations.

Responsibilities include equipment operation, FIFO inventory, and maintaining clean work areas. This role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to safety procedures, and customer hospitality in a school cafeteria environment.