Food Service Worker

Title/Role: IN-ISBBVI-Food Service Worker

Worksite Address: Indianapolis, IN

Pay Rate: $13.49/hr

Job Short Description

Food service worker - Indiana School for the Blind & Visually Impaired.

Complete Description:

• This is a school-year position scheduled only when school is in session. No work is scheduled during school breaks or holidays.
• Assist with serving meals to students and staff according to established meal schedules and portion guidelines.
• Prepare dining areas for meal service by arranging tables, chairs, trays, utensils, and other necessary supplies.
• Replenish food, beverages, utensils, and serving supplies during meal service as needed.
• Assist with receiving, storing, and organizing food and supplies in designated areas.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in kitchen, serving, and dining areas in accordance with established food safety standards.
• Wash dishes, trays, utensils, and other food service equipment, and return items to their designated storage areas.
• Clean and sanitize tables, countertops, serving areas, and kitchen equipment after use.
• Operate food service equipment as needed and follow established procedures for its safe use and care.
• Follow instructions regarding food handling, portion control, sanitation, and proper storage of food and supplies.
• Assist other food service team members with daily tasks to ensure efficient and timely meal service.
• Report shortages of food and supplies, equipment malfunctions, and sanitation or safety concerns to the supervisor.
• Follow established procedures for food storage, waste disposal, and maintaining a safe and orderly work environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Prior exp. w/food service / meal line experience (cafeteria, school, hospital, restaurant, or institutional setting)
• Prior exp. w/food safety and sanitation knowledge (safe food handling, temperature control, cross-contamination prevention) --- 6 Months
• Prior exp. w/dishwashing and sanitizing of trays, utensils, and equipment ---6 Months
• Prior exp. operating commercial kitchen equipment (dish machines, steam tables, warmers, slicers) safely ---6 Months
• Prior exp. receiving, storing, and stocking food and supplies (FIFO, proper storage temperatures, inventory organization) ---6 Months

Highly Desired Skills

• ServSafe Food Handler (or equivalent state-approved food handler card)
• Prior experience working in a dining hall setting with disabled students.