Food Service Associate in Indianapolis, Indiana at International School of Indiana

Join a food services team that plays a real part in the daily life of a vibrant, international school community! As a Food Service Worker at ISI, you'll bring energy and care to every station in our kitchen — prepping fresh ingredients, supporting our cooks, and serving students and staff with a friendly smile. No two days look exactly the same, and you'll build hands-on skills across every part of the kitchen while working alongside a supportive team that values reliability, teamwork, and pride in a job well done.

This is a great fit for someone who enjoys a fast-paced, hands-on environment, takes satisfaction in keeping things clean and organized, and wants to be part of a school community that feels like family.

Reports to: Director of Food Services

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Hours: Monday 8am-2pm & Tuesday-Friday 8:30am-2pm

• Food Preparation: Assist with chopping vegetables, preparing meats, assembling dishes, and setting up serving lines.

• Cooking Support: Support cooks on the line, learn and execute recipes, and operate kitchen equipment safely.

• Cleaning & Sanitation: Wash dishes, pots, and utensils; clean and sanitize work areas, floors, equipment, and surfaces.

• Stocking & Inventory: Receive deliveries, organize stock following FIFO, label and date items, and monitor supply levels to minimize waste.

• Station Support: Move between prep, cooking, dishwashing, and serving areas to relieve staff, restock stations, and prevent bottlenecks.

• Customer Service: Provide friendly, courteous service to students and staff when serving food.

• Safety & Compliance: Follow all hygiene standards, food safety regulations (HACCP), and use required personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Prior relevant experience in food service.

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, recipes, temperature logs, and safety rules.

• Ability to work across multiple areas of the kitchen.

• Ability to communicate clearly in a noisy environment.

• Strong organizational skills, ability to follow instructions, and maintain a clean, orderly workspace.

• High school diploma or G.E.D.; up to 3 months of related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

• Ability to perform basic math, including adding and subtracting two-digit numbers and multiplying/dividing by 10s and 100s.

• Regular standing, talking, listening, and use of vision.

• Frequent walking and reaching with hands and arms.

• Regular lifting up to 10 lbs; frequent lifting up to 25 lbs; occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.