Job Description
Overview We're Hiring:
Utility Food Service Worker Location:
Mountainside, NJ Employment Type:
Full-Time, Non-Exempt (In-Person) Schedule Perks:
Daytime hours only - no late nights! Weekday shifts:
9:00 am-1:00pm Join Our Team at Bancroft Looking for a role where you can make a difference while maintaining a great work-life balance? Bancroft is seeking a dependable and team-oriented Utility Food Service Worker to support our school in Mountainside. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and values consistent daytime hours. Responsibilities Assist in the preparation and service of meals for students and persons served, ensuring all food meets established quality, nutrition, health, and safety standards. Prepare a variety of food items following menus and guidance from Food Services leadership, including salads, sandwiches, soups, starches, fruits, vegetables, and meats, while maintaining safe and sanitary practices. Set up and maintain serving areas by arranging trays, stocking food lines, and replenishing items as needed to ensure consistent availability throughout meal service. Review daily production schedules to determine food quantities and preparation needs, and gather the necessary ingredients, supplies, and equipment. Operate kitchen equipment safely and maintain a clean work environment by properly cleaning and sanitizing workstations, utensils, and tools in accordance with health and safety standards. Store food and leftovers appropriately, following proper food handling, storage, and refrigeration guidelines. Support the preparation and service of food for special events, including meetings, conferences, and other on-site functions. Maintain a high level of professionalism by demonstrating reliability, teamwork, respect, and a commitment to quality service at all times. Qualifications Education & Experience:
High School diploma or equivalent required with a minimum of one year of prior experience in food preparation and serving. Special Skills:
Ability to perform food preparation and serving, following detailed instructions. EEO Statement Bancroft stands strong against racism and hate of all kinds and supports actions leading to respect, equality, fairness and peace. We advocate for and embrace an inclusive and just world. One world. For everyone. We work with heart, respect and collaboration. We are communicators, listeners, problem solvers, partners and collaborators. Bring your authentic self to our team. Bancroft is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and supports diversity, equity and inclusion in its hiring and employment practices, so that every team member can feel a true sense of belonging, and maximize their unique potential. To this end, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
