Quest

Food Service Worker

1151 N State St, Elgin, IL 60123-1404

On-site · Full-time · $15–$16/hr (as posted)

First seen by offpeak October 5, 2026

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Position Summary

The food service worker supports daily food production operations in a school kitchen that serves students The position is responsible for preparing ingredients, assembling food items, serving students meals, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. The ideal candidate is reliable, energetic, and able to work efficiently as part of a team to meet daily production goals.
This part-time position follows the Woodridge SD 68 school calendar and starts in August. Monday- Friday 8am-1pm. No Nights, weekends, or holidays.

Essential duties and responsibilities Prepare fruits, vegetables, and other menu items according to standardized recipes and meal schedules Wash, cut, portion, cook, and package food products for distribution Assist with meal assembly and service to ensure accuracy and quality standards are met Label, date, and store food products following food safety guidelines Operate kitchen equipment including ovens, steam tables, and knives Maintain clean and organized workstations throughout the shift. Follow HAACP procedures and document food temperatures as required Assist with receiving deliveries and stocking inventory using FIFO procedures Support cooks with food preparation and other duties as assigned Work efficiently to meet production deadlines Adhere to all company, local, state, and federal food safety and sanitation guidelines
Qualifications Previous food service, restaurant, cafeteria experience preferred but not required Ability to follow written and verbal instructions Ability to work effectively in a team environment Reliable attendance and punctuality required Serve Safe Certified or the ability to obtain certification upon hire
Must pass federal background check
Ability to read, speak, and comprehend English

Physical Requirements Ability to stand for extended periods of time Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 25 lbs. Frequent bending, reaching, twisting, and repetitive hand movements Ability to work in loud, fast paced kitchen environment.

Food Service Worker Benefits: - As a Part or Full-Time Hourly Quest Team Member, you can expect:

Career growth with potential for future promotional pathways

Work-life balance, no nights, no weekends, no holidays and summers off!

Free meal daily

Annual Shoe Credit through Shoes for Crews

(5) Company Paid Holidays

2 Raises per School Year (based off performance reviews)

$500.00 Employee Referral Bonus (no limit to number of employee referrals)

Paid Time Off

Sick time after 1 year of service

Pay Out Unused Sick Time (at the end of every school year)

Pre-Tax Commuter Benefit

401k with Matching

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discount Program

Wisely Pay Card – Get paid up to 2 days ahead of time

Discount on Event Spaces and Catering

Full Time Only Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Additional Voluntary Benefits

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