Kitchen Staff Worker

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

Job summary

Indianapolis Public Schools is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Staff Worker to prepare and serve nutritious meals to children in a licensed child care facility. The role calls for maintaining a clean kitchen environment in line with regulatory guidelines and managing food supplies efficiently.

Qualifications

• Preferred: five years professional experience in food service and/or nutrition.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds.
• Ability to read and understand all documents.

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.

Skills

Communication

Good personal hygiene

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Indiana Public Schools | Fort Wayne , IN 46801

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: five 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.