Food Service Worker
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QUEST FOOD MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC
Lockport, IL, US
Summary
The food service worker is responsible for preparing, cooking, and portioning food items while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment. They also assist with meal service, inventory stocking, and ensuring compliance with food safety and sanitation guidelines.
Job Description
Position Summary
The food service worker supports daily food production operations in a school kitchen that serves studentsThe position is responsible for preparing ingredients, assembling food items, serving students meals, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.The ideal candidate is reliable, energetic, and able to work efficiently as part of a team to meet daily production goals.
This part-time position follows the Woodridge SD 68 school calendar and starts in August. Monday- Friday 8am-1pm. No Nights, weekends, or holidays.
Essential duties and responsibilitiesPrepare fruits, vegetables, and other menu items according to standardized recipes and meal schedulesWash, cut, portion, cook, and package food products for distribution Assist with meal assembly and service to ensure accuracy and quality standards are metLabel, date, and store food products following food safety guidelinesOperate kitchen equipment including ovens, steam tables, and knivesMaintain clean and organized workstations throughout the shift.Follow HAACP procedures and document food temperatures as requiredAssist with receiving deliveries and stocking inventory using FIFO proceduresSupport cooks with food preparation and other duties as assignedWork efficiently to meet production deadlines Adhere to all company, local, state, and federal food safety and sanitation guidelines
QualificationsPrevious food service, restaurant, cafeteria experience preferred but not requiredAbility to follow written and verbal instructionsAbility to work effectively in a team environmentReliable attendance and punctuality requiredServe Safe Certified or the ability to obtain certification upon hire
Must pass federal background check
Ability to read, speak, and comprehend English
Physical RequirementsAbility to stand for extended periods of timeAbility to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 25 lbs.Frequent bending, reaching, twisting, and repetitive hand movementsAbility to work in loud, fast paced kitchen environment.
Food Service Worker Benefits: - As a Part or Full-Time Hourly Quest Team Member, you can expect:
Career growth with potential for future promotional pathways
Work-life balance, no nights, no weekends, no holidays and summers off!
Free meal daily
Annual Shoe Credit through Shoes for Crews
(5) Company Paid Holidays
2 Raises per School Year (based off performance reviews)
$500.00 Employee Referral Bonus (no limit to number of employee referrals)
Paid Time Off
Sick time after 1 year of service
Pay Out Unused Sick Time (at the end of every school year)
Pre-Tax Commuter Benefit
401k with Matching
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discount Program
Wisely Pay Card – Get paid up to 2 days ahead of time
Discount on Event Spaces and Catering
Full Time Only Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Additional Voluntary Benefits
#QUESTFOOOD
For more than 40 years, Quest Food Management Services has been a leading provider of dining programs for K-12 schools, universities, corporate offices, and event venues. Known for fresh, scratch-made meals and personal service, Quest combines culinary expertise with operational excellence to deliver food experiences that nourish, connect, and inspire communities. For more information, visit www.questfms.com.
Founded
1985
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitality
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Lombard, IL
For more than 40 years, Quest Food Management Services has been a leading provider of dining programs for K-12 schools, universities, corporate offices, and event venues. Known for fresh, scratch-made meals and personal service, Quest combines culinary expertise with operational excellence to deliver food experiences that nourish, connect, and inspire communities. For more information, visit www.questfms.com.
Founded
1985
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Hospitality
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Lombard, IL