Kitchen Staff

Indianapolis Public Schools; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking organization focused on providing nutritious meals to children in a licensed child care facility. As a Kitchen Staff Worker, you will play a crucial role in preparing and serving meals, ensuring compliance with health regulations, and maintaining a clean kitchen environment. This position offers the opportunity to make a positive impact on children's health and well-being while working in a supportive and diverse setting. If you are passionate about food service and have a knack for organization and cleanliness, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required with experience in food service.
• Preferred: two years of professional experience in food service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and snacks according to issued menus.
• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.
• Keep accurate inventory and production records.

Skills

Food Preparation

Inventory Management

Sanitation Practices

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Professional Experience in Food Service

Job description

Indiana Public Schools | Indianapolis, IN 46218

We seek a highly motivated and experienced Kitchen Staff Worker to prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children in a licensed child care facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and healthy kitchen environment while adhering to all regulatory agency guidelines and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all meals and snacks following issued menus and directives.
• Keep accurate records including inventory and production records.
• Comply with all Center regulations and guidelines.
• Comply with all regulatory agency guidelines and regulations.
• Wash kitchenware and tableware.
• Keep kitchen, appliances, etc. clean, sanitized, and in good working condition.
• Complete accurate food order requests and grocery shopping as needed.
• Inventory food supply, reporting food supply needs to the Associate Director.
• Report to the Associate Director any maintenance or non-food supply needs in the kitchen.
• Assist with ordering supplies if requested.
• Properly store food and non-food supplies upon delivery.
• Keep all food items stored properly and at the appropriate temperature.
• Date all food items.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent plus professional experience in food service and/or nutrition.
• Preferred: two years professional experience in food service and/or nutrition.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Ability to lift 40 pounds.
• Ability to reach over head.
• Good personal hygiene (clean clothes, hair, hands, nails, etc.).
• Ability to bend down.
• Ability to read and understand all documents.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to remain calm in crisis situations.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.