FL - Cafeteria Worker; Ocala)

INTRODUCTION

A & Associates is a reputable staffing agency with a proven track record in screening and recruiting, job placement, career development, and workforce solutions. With more than ten (10) offices throughout the United States, A & Associates is a company that can be trusted to provide a diverse level of services with excellence, diligence, and integrity. “Quality In Everything We Do” is far more than our mantra — it is our standard.

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A & Associates is seeking dependable and service-oriented Food Service Substitutes to support school cafeteria operations throughout the Ocala and Marion County area
.

Food Service Substitutes provide temporary coverage when regular cafeteria staff are unavailable. Assignments are offered on an as-needed, on-call basis
, so weekly hours may vary and are not guaranteed. Workers may be assigned to different school locations depending on daily staffing needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy food service, working as part of a team, and supporting a positive school environment. Entry-level candidates are welcome, although previous food service, cafeteria, restaurant, kitchen, or related experience is helpful.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Assist with preparing, cooking, and serving meals in a school cafeteria environment.
• Prepare foods including meats, vegetables, breads, salads, pastries, desserts, and other menu items.
• Portion and serve meals according to established food service procedures.
• Assist with food preparation and general kitchen operations.
• Clean and sanitize utensils, cookware, equipment, food-preparation areas, and work surfaces.
• Sweep and mop kitchen and cafeteria floors.
• Maintain clean, sanitary, and organized work areas.
• Follow established food safety, sanitation, hygiene, and cleanliness standards.
• Assist with setup, service, and cleanup before, during, and after meal periods.
• Safely operate cafeteria and kitchen equipment as directed.
• Follow instructions provided by the Food Service Manager or designated site supervisor.
• Support other cafeteria duties as needed to maintain efficient daily operations.

The contract specifically identifies large-scale food preparation, serving, cleaning of utensils and equipment, mopping, sanitation, and general food service support as core functions of the position.

• Previous food service, cafeteria, kitchen, restaurant, hospitality, or similar experience preferred but not required.
• Entry-level candidates who can successfully perform the duties of the position will be considered.
• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math at a functional level.
• Ability to understand and follow work instructions and directions in English.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong reliability, punctuality, and attendance.
• Ability to follow food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
• Ability to accept direction from supervisors and adapt to different school cafeteria environments.

No Serv Safe or similar food-safety certification is required for the assignment.

This is an on-call substitute position
, and work is based on daily school staffing needs.

• Monday through Friday.
• School instructional days only.
• Assignments may begin as early as 7:00 a.m.
• Cafeteria operating hours extend through approximately 3:00 p.m.
• Average assignments are approximately six hours.
• No regular weekend work.
• No regular holiday work.
• Weekly hours will vary based on assignment availability.
• There is no guaranteed…