Food Service Worker - Camden County Juvenile Center

Food Service Worker - Bring Comfort and Care to a Structured Setting Deliver Comfort and Compassion Through Daily Meals Are you someone who enjoys helping others and wants a job where your work really matters? Join our team as a Food Service Worker in a secure residential facility , where you'll help prepare and serve meals that support health, structure, and a sense of normalcy for those in your care.

What You'll Be Doing:

Preparing and serving meals that follow specific menus and guidelines Keeping the kitchen and serving areas clean, safe, and organized Helping with food deliveries and stocking supplies Following all safety and cleanliness rules Working with a friendly, supportive team that values respect and routine

Why This Job Matters:

Meals are a big part of each day—your work brings comfort and consistency You'll be part of a team that supports health and well-being We'll provide all the training you need to succeed—no experience required! You'll be making a real impact, every single shift

We're Looking For People Who Are:

Reliable, friendly, and team-focused Detail-oriented and willing to follow set procedures Comfortable working in a structured, secure environment Ready to learn and grow in a meaningful role

Who We Are:

At Whitsons Culinary Group , we believe meals can do more than nourish—they can bring stability, dignity, and care. Our food service teams work hard to support daily routines in secure settings with compassion and professionalism.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

Steady schedule - no late nights or major holidays Great benefits: health, dental, vision, and 401K with company match Room to grow and learn new skills A welcoming team that values your contributions Apply today and help us live our mission: Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™. Pay rate $18/hour

Requirements:

Education:

 High school graduate or equivalent.  Must complete all Whitsons and other mandated training as necessary

Other Qualifications, Experience and Competencies:

 Ability to speak and read English in order to understand and perform job assignments.  1 year professional food service experience preferred  Always present a positive and professional image.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is frequently required sit, walk, talk and hear Use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. Be standing on feet majority of the workday in addition to walking back and forth. Lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Lifting while turning side to side is sometimes necessary. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is performed primarily in the kitchen and on the serving line Standing most of the work day is required. Work requires movement in and out of store rooms and freezers Exposure to extreme temperatures (hot and cold) due to cooking and refrigeration equipment. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work and duties that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position, and Whitsons reserves the right to add additional duties or modify existing duties. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between Whitsons and team member and is subject to change by Whitsons as the needs of Whitsons and requirements of the job change. Food Service Worker - Camden County Juvenile Center 2.9 2.9 out of 5 stars Blackwood, NJ 08012 $18 an hour Whitsons Culinary Group 247 reviews $18 an hour Food Service Worker - Bring Comfort and Care to a Structured Setting Deliver Comfort and Compassion Through Daily Meals Are you someone who enjoys helping others and wants a job where your work really matters? Join our team as a Food Service Worker in a secure residential facility , where you'll help prepare and serve meals that support health, structure, and a sense of normalcy for those in your care.

What You'll Be Doing:

Preparing and serving meals that follow specific menus and guidelines Keeping the kitchen and serving areas clean, safe, and organized Helping with food deliveries and stocking supplies Following all safety and cleanliness rules Working with a friendly, supportive team that values respect and routine

Why This Job Matters:

Meals are a big part of each day—your work brings comfort and consistency You'll be part of a team that supports health and well-being We'll provide all the training you need to succeed—no experience required! You'll be making a real impact, every single shift

We're Looking For People Who Are:

Reliable, friendly, and team-focused Detail-oriented and willing to follow set procedures Comfortable working in a structured, secure environment Ready to learn and grow in a meaningful role

Who We Are:

At Whitsons Culinary Group , we believe meals can do more than nourish—they can bring stability, dignity, and care. Our food service teams work hard to support daily routines in secure settings with compassion and professionalism.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

Steady schedule - no late nights or major holidays Great benefits: health, dental, vision, and 401K with company match Room to grow and learn new skills A welcoming team that values your contributions Apply today and help us live our mission: Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™. Pay rate $18/hour

Requirements:

Education:

 High school graduate or equivalent.  Must complete all Whitsons and other mandated training as necessary

Other Qualifications, Experience and Competencies:

 Ability to speak and read English in order to understand and perform job assignments.  1 year professional food service experience preferred  Always present a positive and professional image.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is frequently required sit, walk, talk and hear Use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. Be standing on feet majority of the workday in addition to walking back and forth. Lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Lifting while turning side to side is sometimes necessary. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is performed primarily in the kitchen and on the serving line Standing most of the work day is required. Work requires movement in and out of store rooms and freezers Exposure to extreme temperatures (hot and cold) due to cooking and refrigeration equipment. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work and duties that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position, and Whitsons reserves the right to add additional duties or modify existing duties. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between Whitsons and team member and is subject to change by Whitsons as the needs of Whitsons and requirements of the job change.