Great Western Dining Service is a forward-thinking food service management company that recognizes the profound impact of exceptional cuisine. We believe that food fosters connection, cultivates the community, and creates enduring memories.

We are committed to cultivating a professional environment that values creativity, innovation, and collaboration. Our diverse team members are empowered to contribute fresh perspectives and inspired ideas, resulting in distinctive and memorable dining experiences for our guests.

As we continue to grow, we are proud to provide accelerated career advancement opportunities for dedicated and driven team members.

Foodservice Worker

Great Western Dining at our Northeast Texas College college is looking for fun and energetic people to join our team. Reports to Food Service Director/Executive Chef/Production Manager/Shift Supervisor. Must be a hard worker with a willingness to learn. Must be customer service oriented and enjoy working in a food service environment.

Responsibilities:

• Perform a variety of food preparation duties other than cooking, such as preparing cold foods, washing, peeling, and cutting various foods, fruits and vegetables, to prepare for cooking or serving, slicing meat, mixing ingredients for salads and brewing coffee or tea
• Inform superiors when equipment is malfunctioning and when food and supplies are low
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, or silverware, vacuum dining area and sweep and mop kitchen floor
• Carry food supplies, equipment, and utensils to and from storage and work areas; stock cupboards and refrigerators and tend salad bars and buffet lines
• Assist cooks and kitchen staff with various tasks as needed and serving during mealtimes
• Receive and store food supplies, equipment, and utensils in refrigerators, cupboards, and other storage areas
• Take and record temperature of food and food storage areas--refrigerators, freezers, line
• Ensure uniform and personal appearance is clean and professional, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and HACCP standards
• All duties and responsibilities as required and assigned

Skills and Qualifications:

• Must be dependable and reliable.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships.
• Able to work in fast-paced environment, follow instructions and use manual or electric appliances.
• Good math and reading skills and some computer skills required.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

Physical Requirements:

• Continuous walking and other means of mobility up to 8 hours a day
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, push/pull and frequently lift/move up to 30 pounds