Job Description
Job Description
Position Summary
The Server / Prep Float is responsible for food preparation, meal service, kitchen sanitation, inventory support, and daily operational functions within school kitchens. This position requires flexibility, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to food safety and customer service.
Key Responsibilities
Food Preparation & Meal Service
- Assist with food preparation according to approved menus and daily production schedules.
- Prepare and serve meals following established recipes, portion controls, and quality standards.
- Support cooking operations to ensure meals are prepared accurately and on schedule.
- Maintain consistency in food quality, presentation, and service.
- Help ensure all meals are ready to meet student and customer needs.
Kitchen Operations & Sanitation
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment.
- Perform daily cleaning duties, including sweeping, dishwashing, and workstation sanitation.
- Assist with opening and closing procedures.
- Follow all company, state, and local food safety regulations.
- Ensure kitchen equipment and work areas are maintained in safe operating condition.
Inventory & Food Safety
- Receive and inspect food deliveries for accuracy, quality, and proper temperature.
- Store products appropriately and maintain organized storage areas.
- Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) inventory procedures.
- Assist with inventory counts and stock management.
- Maintain temperature logs, HACCP records, production records, and other required documentation.
- Report equipment concerns or repair needs promptly.
Team Support & Communication
- Communicate effectively with school personnel, kitchen staff, and management.
- Check in daily with the staffing coordinator regarding work assignments and location changes.
- Support multiple kitchen locations as needed to ensure uninterrupted service.
- Assist with employee training and onboarding when requested.
- Report safety concerns, compliance issues, or operational challenges immediately.
Professionalism & Flexibility
- Maintain a professional appearance and follow company dress code standards.
- Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing schedules, locations, and priorities.
- Arrive prepared to work at assigned locations each day.
- Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel to different locations as assigned.
- Ability to adapt quickly to different kitchen environments and teams.
Preferred
- Previous food service, school nutrition, restaurant, or kitchen experience.
- Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
- Experience working in customer service or team-based environments.
Skills & Abilities
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
- Ability to follow recipes, production schedules, and written instructions.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse teams.
Work Environment
- School and commercial kitchen settings.
- Frequent exposure to hot and cold temperatures.
- Occasional exposure to cleaning chemicals.
- Fast-paced environment with changing work locations and schedules.
- Moderate noise levels typical of food service operations.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Frequent reaching, bending, lifting, stooping, and carrying.
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to safely work around kitchen equipment and food preparation areas.
- Ability to work in varying kitchen temperatures throughout the day.