Substitute Food Service Worker - AF Rhode Island School Nutrition

About the role

Substitute School Food Service Worker – Fuel the Future! Flexible, On-Call | Monday–Friday (No Nights or Weekends!)   Want to make a difference in kids' lives and enjoy a job that works around your life? Join our school nutrition team as a Substitute Food Service Worker and help serve nutritious meals that power learning—on the days that work best for you! What You’ll Do (When You’re Scheduled): Prep, portion, and serve meals to students and staff Set up and clean serving areas and kitchen equipment Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines Contribute to a positive and welcoming mealtime atmosphere Support the team and jump in wherever needed   Why You’ll Love It: Family-friendly hours – off by mid-afternoon No nights, weekends, or holidays Summers off No experience needed – we provide training Make a meaningful impact in your local schools   We’re Looking For: A positive attitude and willingness to help Dependability and attention to cleanliness Ability to take direction and follow food safety rules Enjoyment of being around children and school staff   Why Join Us?   Competitive pay + opportunities for growth  Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and retirement  Paid time off   About Us: At Whitsons, we believe that every child deserves a healthy, nourishing meal to succeed in the classroom and beyond. As a substitute team member, you'll help keep the kitchen running smoothly and students smiling—even if you're only available a few days a week.   Apply today and enjoy flexible work while helping nourish young minds—at Whitsons our mission is  Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™.   $16/hour Qualifications   REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES   Education   M ust complete all  Whitsons  and government-mandated training as  required.     Experience   Minimum 1 year of professional food service experience  preferred   but not  required     Certifications   ServSafe  certification  preferred but not  required     Other Qualifications   Ability to speak and read English sufficient to understand and perform job assignments, follow recipes, and  comply with  safety requirements.   Always presents a positive and professional image; ability to work effectively as part of a food service team in a fast-paced kitchen environment.       Core Competencies   Food Safety & Compliance:  Consistently follows food safety, sanitation, and applicable regulatory standards;  maintains   accurate  logs and documentation and  complies with  all  Whitsons  policies at all times.   Execution & Reliability:  Completes assigned food preparation, service, and sanitation tasks accurately and on time; follows  portion  and production standards to ensure consistent, high-quality meal service every shift.   Attention to Detail:  Demonstrates  care in portioning, temperature monitoring, station setup, and recordkeeping; ensures every station is stocked, clean, and properly  maintained  throughout the service day.   Teamwork:  Works cooperatively with the Chef Manager, Lead Cook, and fellow food service workers; contributes to a positive, productive kitchen environment and supports the team’s daily service goals.   Customer Focus:  Serves guests in a friendly and professional manner; takes pride in the quality and presentation of every meal; maintains a welcoming and clean station at all times.   Professionalism:  Arrives on time, follows assigned schedules and break rotations,  maintains  proper dress and hygiene standards, and consistently presents a positive image on behalf of  Whitsons.       WORK ENVIRONMENT AND OTHER DETAILS   Expected Hours of Work   This is a full-time  or part-time  non-exempt position. Days and hours of work are aligned with the facility’s food service schedule. Occasional extended hours may be  required  in support of  special events  or operational needs.     Travel Requirements   This position is primarily site-based. Occasional travel to other locations may be  required  for substitute coverage or support.     Physical Demands of the Job   The Team Member is required to stand on their feet for the majority of the workday; frequently walk, talk, and hear; use hands and fingers to handle food, tools, and equipment; and  reach with  hands and arms. Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, including while turning side to side. Exposure to extreme temperatures (hot and cold) due to cooking and refrigeration equipment. Movement in and out of storerooms and near freezers is regularly  required. Specific vision abilities  required  include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.     Work Environment   This position  operates  primarily in a kitchen and food service production environment.  Standing is required for the majority of the workday.  The noise level is moderate to loud during meal service periods.      The duties listed above are intended as illustrations of the types of work that may be performed; the omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the role.     Work Schedule Follows school calendar, as needed. Salary Target $16/hour