FOOD SERVICE WORKER

The D C Central Kitchen Inc•Washington, DC

About The Position

The Food Service Worker works under the supervision of the Lead Food Service Worker to meet the obligations of school meal contracts for DC Public Schools, private schools, and charter schools. This position is responsible for working with the team to ensure that meals are served in a courteous and professional manner. The successful candidate will have prior entry-level food service experience, excellent customer service skills, good teamwork, solid communication skills, and strong organizational abilities. This position requires a DCPS background clearance to work in DC Public Schools.

Requirements

Current Servsafe Certification (or ability to maintain certification with 6 months of hire) and must maintain certification during employment
Prior experience in related food service industry, including quick-service food establishments
Working knowledge of commercial grade kitchen equipment use, safety, and maintenance
Strong communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and customers, strong interpersonal skills, and excellent customer service skills
Demonstrated ability to effectively present information to employees
Must have the ability to exercise considerable judgment and discretion in establishing and maintaining good working relationships
Must possess basic computer skills – Outlook/Word /Excel/ POS System
Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
DCPS clearance check completed (preferred)
Pre-employment background check, COVID-19 vaccine, drug test, and TB test are required.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of CJT Program is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare breakfast, lunch and/or snacks in accordance with contract standards (preparation includes chopping, washing, assembling, sorting).
Set up serving lines and serve meals during breakfast, lunch, and snack periods.
Operate POS (Point of Sales) terminal during meals.
Coordinate food service with other departments as needed.
Store food and supplies in accordance with instructions.
Follow approved housekeeping and safety practices to ensure that safe conditions are maintained in the kitchen, food serving areas.
Operate, clean, and sanitize all kitchen equipment.
Work together with Lead Food Service Worker to provide a positive and inviting dining experience for students, parents, and faculty.
Participate in professional development training.
Participate in activities that will promote the School Foods program.
Effectively represent the mission of DC Central Kitchen to all internal and external customers, including staff, students, customers, visitors, parents, and members of the school community.
Perform other duties and tasks as required or requested to maintain quality relationships with all our partners and customers and / or duties and tasks needed to drive the vision, mission, and values of DC Central Kitchen.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental insurance (DCCK pays 100% of employee premiums for individual coverage)
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, and personal leave)
11 Company Paid Holidays
Bonding Leave for new parents
Commuter Benefits plan
Matching 401(k) program
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Wellness Reimbursement program