PRODUCTION WORKER I - CENTRAL KITCHEN (FULL TIME)

Chartwells School Dining Services K12; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 16,195 - 23,066; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Pet Insurance

Discount Marketplace

Job summary

Chartwells School Dining Services K12 is seeking a full-time PRODUCTION WORKER I for the Central Kitchen at Duval County Public Schools in Jacksonville, FL. The role involves preparing menu items, operating kitchen equipment, and ensuring compliance with health standards.

The position offers a pay rate of $14.25 per hour, Monday to Friday schedules, and a variety of employee benefits including health programs and a retirement plan. Previous kitchen experience is required.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen experience required.
• Warehouse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient and retail menu items on production sheets.
• Operates and cleans equipment after each use.
• Complies with federal, state, and local health regulations.

Job description

Position Overview

We are hiring immediately for full‑time PRODUCTION WORKER I - CENTRAL KITCHEN positions at Duval County Public Schools, 3405 Norman East Thagard Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32254. Online applications are accepted only.

Schedule & Compensation

Full‑time schedules Monday to Friday; hours may vary. Fixed pay rate is $14.25 per hour. Internal employee referral bonus available.

Requirements

• Previous kitchen experience required.
• Warehouse experience preferred.

Job Summary

Prepares quality food for patients, associates, and customers using standardized recipes and production sheets.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares patient and retail menu items on production sheets, following established quantities and recipes.
• Completes and uses daily production worksheets and waste log sheets; tastes completed meals to ensure quality.
• Operates and cleans equipment per departmental procedures after each use.
• Stores, labels, and dates food items according to policy.
• Communicates any patient‑ or customer‑related problems to appropriate personnel.
• Adheres to facility confidentiality and patient rights policy as outlined in HIPAA policies and procedures.
• Complies with regulatory agency standards, including federal, state, and JCAHO.
• Follows HACCP guidelines to ensure quality and safety of food supply.
• Completes all required documentation, reports, and logs as required.
• Complies with federal, state, and local health and sanitation regulations, as well as departmental sanitation procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, Choice Auto and Home Program)
• Medical, Dental, Vision (full‑time only)
• Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) (full‑time only)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Because this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility, there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (such as winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease). Any such periods during which you do not perform work on the Company’s behalf will be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However, depending on business needs, you may be required to work year‑round, potentially at a different location during break periods.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. The Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Chartwells K‑12 is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details available at https://info.flclearinghouse.com/.

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis. Chartwells K‑12 maintains a drug‑free workplace.