Food Service Worker

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated Food Service Worker who embraces our core values and is eager to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others through excellent service. This position provides an opportunity to contribute positively while building a rewarding career.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness in kitchen and dining areas ensuring proper housekeeping standards.
• Support food preparation activities alongside the cook, including estimating the number of students and managing stockroom supplies.
• Assist in serving meals and preparing beverages such as coffee, tea, and salads with dressings.
• Operate dishwashing machinery to sanitize dishes and utensils adequately.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment and appliances are clean and safely maintained.
• Keep service areas well-stocked by replenishing napkins, plates, silverware, condiments, and similar items.
• Contribute to maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment.

Qualifications and Additional Requirements

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Preferably, candidates should have 3-6 months of formal food preparation training and related experience in food service.
• Must either hold or be able to obtain ServSafe food safety certification.
• Having a valid driver’s license with a good driving record is advantageous.
• Must successfully pass a drug screening aligned with the Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.
• Employment contingent upon clearing a comprehensive nationwide criminal background check.
• Demonstrate strong personal cleanliness and hygiene habits.
• Comply with the most stringent state or local food handling regulations.
• Capable of lifting weights up to 50 pounds and performing duties during some weekends with flexible hours.
• Must maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Ability to interact effectively with the trainee population and maintain positive collaborative relationships with all staff and departments.
• Familiarity with operating office equipment is necessary.

Program Information

The position is part of the Turner Job Corps program, the largest residential career training initiative in the U.S. for young adults aged 16 to 24. The program supports participants in completing high school education, gaining career skills, and securing employment.

Benefits

• Nine days of vacation during the first year of employment.
• At least eleven paid holidays annually.
• Paid sick leave.
• Retirement plan with employer contributions matched up to 5%.
• Workers' compensation coverage.
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Terms and Conditions

This is a Service Contract Act (SCA) position paying between $17.20 and $17.30 hourly. Eckerd Connects adheres to equal opportunity and anti-discrimination laws at federal, state, and local levels and provides accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs. The organization maintains a drug-free workplace and verifies employment eligibility via E-Verify.

Location

Turner Job Corps, 2000 Turner Corps Rd, Albany, GA 31705