Kitchen Team Member – Prep & Service

Opaa! Food Management; New Jersey; On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

Opaa! Food Management, Inc. is seeking a kitchen associate to prepare breakfast and/or lunch offerings, assist with serving lines, and participate in occasional catering functions.

The role covers all positions within the kitchen, with duties spanning set-up, food prep, and clean-up. Responsibilities include following menu plans, maintaining HACCP records, and ensuring proper food temperatures. The pay rate varies by state and position, and the role is typically performed on-site in school or

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent; preferred.
• Experience with food handling and serving lines is a plus.
• Ability to read and follow menus and recipes.

Responsibilities

• Set up serving lines and ensure food is held at the proper temperatures.
• Assist in food preparation and menu planning per HHFKA/CACFP guidelines.
• Operate kitchen equipment and maintain FIFO inventory and clean work areas.
• Handle customer monies and operate the POS system as needed.

Skills

Food preparation

Customer service

Cash handling

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

POS system

Dishwashing equipment

Job description

Opaa! Food Management, Inc. is seeking a kitchen associate to prepare breakfast and/or lunch offerings, assist with serving lines, and participate in occasional catering functions.

The role covers all positions within the kitchen, with duties spanning set-up, food prep, and clean-up. Responsibilities include following menu plans, maintaining HACCP records, and ensuring proper food temperatures. The pay rate varies by state and position, and the role is typically performed on-site in school or