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DAY NURSERY OF ABILENE

Abilene, TX (In Person)

$29,120 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/15/2026

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Job Description

Food Service Worker
DAY NURSERY OF ABILENE - 3.1
Abilene, TX Job Details Part-time | Full-time $13 - $15 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Life insurance Food provided Retirement plan Qualifications Food handling Customer service High school diploma or GED Meal preparation Food preparation Full Job Description Food Service Job Description Non-Exempt
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Enthusiastic Food Service Professional whose greatest passion is to see kids learn and grow. This position assist in preparing meals and with daily cleaning in the kitchen and dining area.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Be at least 18 years of age Have a high school diploma or equivalent education. Submit to various background checks including those completed through the Child-Care Licensing including Criminal Background, Central Registry and FBI Fingerprint Check (no convictions for any felony offenses, misdemeanor offenses classified against person or family, public indecency, or the Texas Controlled Substance Act.) Must pass drug screen Possess a strong work ethic, be punctual, and have minimal absences. Be available for full time employment Have dependable transportation
REQUIRED EXPECTATIONS
Be warm, responsive, and nurturing with children Always relate to and interact with children in a warm positive, responsive, and nurturing manner while supervising them. Be a positive role model for all care giving staff and children Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you have a good relationship with co-workers, managers, parents, and children. Meet customer service and professional standards Provide excellent customer service according to the standards of Day Nursery of Abilene
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Stand and walk Normal or corrected hearing and vision Kneel, bend and squat Lift, carry and pull 5-50 pounds Sit in chairs and on the floor Perform CPR and rescue breathing
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
Food Service Professional are under the supervision and reports to the Center Director.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Including, but not limited to, the following: Maintains good interpersonal relations and provides quality customer care and service Demonstrates respectful and positive interactions with all parents/guardians, co-workers, and managers as show by no legitimate customer and/or coworker complaints. Always exhibits positive and nurturing relationships and interactions with children. Demonstrates appropriate responsiveness to customer needs and encourages parent involvement. Acts professionally and maintains confidentiality Complies with operating requirements of the Day Nursery of Abilene Adheres to all Day Nursery of Abilene policies, procedures, and regulatory standards, as well as all Health Department standards as stated in Minimum Standards for Child Care, Child Care Program Operations/Texas Rising Star Criteria, and the Child Care and Adult Food Program requirements, including maintaining all necessary documentation. Adheres to all Day Nursery of Abilene personnel and other related policies, procedures, regulatory and quality child care rating standards. Reports to work on time, assures attendance and observes break and lunch periods appropriately. Utilizes leave responsibly in accordance with established procedures. Displays workplace behaviors that maintain a functional and productive environment. Models professionalism by appropriate dress and language. Works within a teamwork concept to promote the mission and goals of the Day Nursery. Measurable position outcomes Coordinates and immediately communicates with other food service staff to ensure the smooth operation of food services and child care program. Prepares food carts with food, milk, plates, cups, etc. according to number of children in class by appropriate tables for the children/class being served. Requisitions appropriate amounts of food and food preparation supplies as established by menus, supervisor and program and follows proper procedures as related to purchase order system. Makes weekly trips to the Food Bank and stores according to an established schedule or as necessary and approved by supervisor. Makes weekly trips to the Food Bank and stores according to an established schedule or as necessary and approved by supervisor. Adheres to all Child and Adult Food Program guidelines including required daily documentation. Inventories food and cleaning supplies on at least a monthly basis. Ensures safe preparation and storage of all raw and prepared food items. Maintains sanitized cleanliness of kitchen, kitchen equipment and eating areas. Participates in menu planning and implementation of new requirements. Attends CACFP and other related food service training as required including annual meeting at the Food Bank. Assures fiscal responsibility and management of resources of time, supplies, and equipment. Performs other duties related to the Day Nursery as assigned by the supervisor. Training and Professional Development Participates in required professional development on at least a quarterly basis Demonstrates interest in improving performance and bettering the Day Nursery of Abilene program Please keep in mind that the above job description is meant to be a guideline and does not list in detail all the job responsibilities. Food Service Professionals will perform other duties related to the Day Nursery of Abilene as assigned by the supervisor will be covered in orientation and during the "hands-on" portion of the position training. I have reviewed and can meet the minimum qualifications, essential job functions and physical demands for the position of Kitchen Services.
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Full-time, Part-time Pay:
$13.00 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Food provided Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Ability to
Commute:
Abilene, TX 79601 (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
Abilene, TX 79601: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person

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