Kitchen Staff Worker

Indianapolis Public Schools; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Indianapolis Public Schools is seeking a motivated Kitchen Staff Worker to prepare and serve nutritious meals for children. The role involves maintaining a clean kitchen environment, adhering to regulatory guidelines, and requires a high school diploma with food service experience. Benefits include competitive pay, paid holidays, and training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive pay with annual reviews

6 paid holiday days off per year

50% off childcare tuition and all fees waived

Paid training and professional development

Participation in CDA program covering 100% of costs

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.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all meals and snacks following issued menus and directives.
• Keep accurate records including inventory and production records.
• Comply with all ministry regulations and guidelines.

Skills

Food service experience

Nutrition knowledge

Record keeping

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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We seek a highly motivated and experienced Kitchen Staff Worker to prepare and serve nutritious meals and snacks for children in a registered ministry. 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

1. Prepare all meals and snacks following issued menus and directives.
2. Keep accurate records including inventory and production records.
3. Comply with all ministry regulations and guidelines.
4. Comply with all regulatory agency guidelines and regulations.
5. Wash kitchenware and tableware.
6. Keep kitchen, appliances, etc. clean, sanitized, and in good working condition.
7. Complete accurate food order requests and grocery shopping as needed.
8. Inventory food supply, reporting food supply needs to the Associate Director.
9. Report to the Associate Director any maintenance or non-food supply needs in the kitchen.
10. Assist with ordering supplies if requested.
11. Properly store food and non-food supplies upon delivery.
12. Keep all food items stored properly and at the appropriate temperature.
13. Date all food items.
14. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

1. High School diploma or equivalent plus professional experience in food service and/or nutrition.
2. Preferred: five years professional experience in food service and/or nutrition.

Physical and Mental Demands

1. Ability to lift 40 pounds.
2. Ability to reach overhead.
3. Good personal hygiene (clean clothes, hair, hands, nails, etc.).
4. Ability to bend down.
5. Finger dexterity.
6. Ability to read and understand all documents.
7. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
8. Ability to remain calm in crisis situations.

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

Benefits

• Competitive pay with annual reviews.
• 6 paid holiday days off per year.
• 50% off childcare tuition and all fees waived.
• Paid training and professional development: 15 hours initially, up to 20 hours per year thereafter.
• Participation in CDA program, covering 100% of the costs towards earning a Child Development Associates credential.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Restaurants

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