Food Services Team Member

Job Description

American Heritage Schools of Palm Beach County are currently accepting applications for Food Service Team Members.

Benefits include:

100% free tuition for one of the employees’ eligible children *

50% discount for Summer Education for employees’ eligible children

Free Day Summer Camp for employees’ eligible children while working over the summer.

Free early care & after-care for employees’ eligible children while working

Yearly cash bonuses

401K with partial employer match after a year of employment

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Supplemental Insurance plans available through Lincoln Financial

Pet Insurance options

Short-term & Long-term Disability options

Life Insurance at no cost to the employee

Affordable Company housing when available

* This benefit is based on space availability and child acceptance to the school.

AMERICAN LEARNING SYSTEMS

JOB TITLE

Food Service Team Member

DIVISION/ DEPARTMENT

Kitchen

LOCATION

Palm Beach

REPORTS TO

Director of Food Services

EXEMPTION STATUS

Non-exempt, Full-time

DATE

Rev. July 2023

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Food Service Team Member position will perform routine tasks necessary to prepare high-quality meals from simple to complex, adhering to food safety regulations, assist in keeping the kitchen orderly and clean, as well as, providing the utmost customer service experience for all students, faculty, and staff.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Cuts, weighs, or measures ingredients according to provided instructions

Prepares meat, seafood, and poultry for cooking by cutting or grinding, as instructed

Prepares vegetables to be used as condiments

Combines salad ingredients

Arranges prepared food on serving trays or in designated area for retrieval by serving staff

Prevents the spoilage of ingredients through proper storage in designated containers and in designated areas

Monitors the temperature of food and food storage areas

Maintains and cleans salad bars and buffet line

Ensures utensils and condiment area is adequately stocked

Cleans, sanitizes, and maintains cleanliness of work areas, surfaces, utensils, equipment, and dishes

Adheres to all food handling and safety regulations throughout the kitchen and serving area

Manage transactions with students, faculty, and staff

Scan and/or collect payments

Print and provide register totals to Director of Food Services at the end of each day

Washes all wares including pots, pans, flatware, and glasses, by hand or using dishwashers.

Correctly places and stores clean equipment, dishes, and utensils in assigned storage areas.

Stocks serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, and other assigned areas with necessary dishes and utensils

Cleans trash receptacles with water or steam

Moves dishwashing supplies and equipment from storage to work area by hand or using hand trucks

May assist in cleaning and preparing various foods for cooking and/or serving, as directed.

Ensures work areas remain safe, clean and orderly, adhering to all company, local, and state guidelines regarding health, safety, and sanitation

SECONDARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Attend all designated training sessions requested by the school such as: Safety and Security, Customer Service, etc.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent

Prior completion of food safety coursework preferred

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Ability to listen and follow directions

Ability to follow safety rules and guidelines throughout the kitchen

Ability to understand and meet the standards for health, safety, and excellence

Ability to work effectively with kitchen staff

Detail-oriented and thorough

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Dining Hall

Fast-paced

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Prolonged periods of walking or standing

Must be able to lift, carry, and place up to 60 pounds at a time

Ability to bend, stoop, and wipe frequently

Frequently immerse hands in water

Required to wear protective coverings such as hair restraint and gloves

BENEFITS

100% free tuition for one of the employees’ eligible children *

50% discount for Summer Education for employees’ eligible children

Free Day Summer Camp for employees’ eligible children while working over the summer.

Free early care & after-care for employees’ eligible children while working

Yearly cash bonuses

401K with partial employer match after a year of employment

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Supplemental Insurance plans available through Lincoln Financial

Pet Insurance options

Short-term & Long-term Disability options

Life Insurance at no cost to the employee

Affordable Company housing when available

* This benefit is based on space availability and child acceptance to the school.

OTHER

Employee understands that other tasks or duties may be added or assigned from time to time, in the discretion of the administration. The School reserves the right to modify, change, or amend this job description at any time. This is not a contract of employment. If you are employed under a contract with the School, you should refer to your contract regarding specific terms outlined therein concerning the duration of your employment. This job description supplements your duties and responsibilities. This job description does not alter your “at-will” status.

AHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.