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Become a Food Service Worker

Become a Food Service Worker

 
 
 
 
 
 

Be part of the team that helps keep our students fueled, focused, and ready to learn! As a Food Service Worker with Leon County Schools, you’ll play an important role in providing students with nutritious meals while creating a welcoming and positive mealtime experience.

Apply for open Food Service Worker positions here!

What You’ll Do

Food Service Workers are an important part of the school team. Your responsibilities may include:

A food service worker in a kitchen prepares meal trays by placing food into paper containers lined up on a counter.

  •  Coordinate the preparation of food and help ensure meals are ready to serve
  •  Prepare, set up, and serve food to students and staff
  •  Follow safe food-handling and sanitation procedures
  •  Balance and close cash drawers or registers as assigned
  •  Clean the Central Kitchen and delivery equipment
  •  Operate cleaning equipment to maintain a clean and safe work environment
  •  Participate in appropriate in-service training and professional development

What You’ll Need

To be considered for this position, successful candidates must have:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Three years of related work experience

This position also requires the ability to perform the physical duties of the job, including lifting, pulling, and pushing at least 5 pounds; reaching above the head; carrying objects; and maintaining balance while walking, standing, or crouching.

Make a Difference Every Day

From preparing nutritious meals to creating a welcoming experience in the cafeteria, your work helps students have the energy they need to learn and succeed.

Join the Leon County Schools Food Service Team and help nourish the future of our community—one meal at a time!