Kitchen Staff

Indianapolis Public Schools; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Indianapolis Public Schools is seeking a highly motivated Kitchen Staff Worker to prepare and serve meals in a licensed childcare facility. The role involves maintaining kitchen cleanliness and ensuring food safety while adhering to all regulatory guidelines. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in food service.

Qualifications

• High School diploma plus professional experience in food service.
• Preferred: two years professional experience in food service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all meals and snacks following issued menus.
• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.
• Keep accurate records including inventory.

Skills

Food Service

Nutrition

Communication

Record Keeping

Sanitation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.
• Finger dexterity.
• 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.