Food Server in Charlotte, North Carolina at Melmark

General Responsibilities

The Food Server will be responsible for handling communication between the school and our food vendor, understanding any dietary needs and restrictions per Doctor's orders in order to insure that the lunch program runs smoothly. The position will also be responsible for serving lunches for our students, keeping track of the temperature of the food once it is served and cleaning up between lunch periods.

This position supports Melmark Carolinas’s mission to serve children, adolescents and young adults with autism spectrum disorders, acquired brain injury, neurological diseases and disorders, comorbid mental health disorders and severe challenging behaviors. It is required that employees demonstrate their understanding of that service mission through their work behavior and commitment to the students and the staff who are directly involved in the delivery of that service.

Schedule: Monday- Friday 10a-2p

* 20 hour a week position with the exception of (2) school vacation weeks and holidays

Pay Rate: $16-$20/hour (based on experience)

Basic Qualifications

Education/Training: High School Diploma or G.E.D.; college and/or business background preferred.

Certifications/Licensure: A valid US driver’s license and a minimum age of twenty-one (21) years old. Must be capable of attaining approved Melmark driver status. Must meet North Carolina’s background check requirements. Successful completion of employer provided certification in CPR, First Aid, and Melmark’s Orientation Program and New Hire Onsite training program.

Skill(s): Requires cleaning experience, exceptional organizational skills and knowledge of regulations relating to foodservice.

Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of experience in food service.

Interrelationships: Interacts with all Melmark Carolinas teachers and students to provide smooth transition between lunch program and to help maintain the facility needs of Melmark Carolinas.