Production Kitchen Worker
Listed on 2026-02-01
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Restaurant/Food Service
Food & Beverage, Cook & Chef
Nutrition Services/ Production Kitchen Worker
7/22/2025
Mark Twain Elementary School
08/05/2025
Help facilitate daily operations in areas such as bakery, produce, and cook/chill processing.
Follow production schedules, menu distribution plans, and operational tasks.
Complete daily task lists and identify opportunities for workflow efficiency.
Assist in testing recipes for both central and school kitchen use.
Comply with all food safety and sanitation standards (HACCP, Serve Safe).
Support ordering, receiving, and inventory processes to maintain freshness and minimize waste.
Evaluate produce quality and ensure accurate distribution of produce to schools .
Maintain accurate temperature logs and utilize electronic monitoring systems as needed.
Serve as support to the kitchen manager/chef in relation to orders, inventory, recipes, and production records.
Support compliance with the National School Lunch Program’s accountability requirements.
Maintain strong, respectful communication with students, staff, and the community.
Ensure food production duties are completed accurately and on time.
Maintain an organized and clean workspace.
High School Diploma
Serve Safe Certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire)
First Aid/CPR Certification preferred
Cook/chill operations and commercial kettles
Grinders, graters, choppers, vacuum sealers
Large-scale baking
Strong culinary skills and knowledge of large-scale preparation techniques
Understanding of nutrition principles and child nutrition regulations
Interpersonal and customer service skills, with the ability to manage stress and shifting priorities
Proficient in tracking and organizing inventory to maintain stock level
Ability to follow instructions effectively and receptive to feedback and guidance
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply!
Make a real impact on student wellness and learning
Be part of an innovative, mission-driven food service team
Competitive pay and benefits
Opportunities for growth and continued professional development
205 days per year
minimum: $22.98/hr
"Littleton Public Schools - Big enough to serve you; small enough to know you."
Littleton Public Schools (LPS) is a premier school district located a few miles south of downtown Denver. With approximately 13,000 students, LPS offers a comprehensive education from preschool through Grade 12 at ten elementary schools, four middle schools, three high schools, several alternative programs, a central preschool, and two charter schools. We welcome your interest to join our family and support our 100 Percent Goal: graduating 100 percent of LPS students prepared for meaningful postsecondary opportunities.
With a history of close community ties and consistent support from our residents, LPS is not just a place to work but a destination for exceptional individuals. You belong here!
Join Our Team and Make a Difference in School Nutrition!
Are you a culinary professional passionate about nourishing students and leading high-volume food operations? Join our Nutrition Services team and play a critical role in the oversight, production, and pack-out of food products from our Central Production Kitchen to school sites across the district.
We are looking for a food service worker who brings strong organizational skills, culinary expertise, and a commitment to excellence and equity in school nutrition.
As a Food Service Worker in the Central Production Kitchen, you will play a vital role in ensuring that nutritious, high-quality food is prepared and delivered efficiently to school sites across the district. Under the direction of the Production Kitchen Manager, you will:
Help facilitate daily operations in areas such as bakery, produce, and cook/chill processing.
Follow production schedules, menu distribution plans, and operational tasks.
Complete daily task lists and identify opportunities for workflow efficiency.
Assist in testing recipes for both central and school kitchen use.
Comply with all food safety and sanitation standards (HACCP, Serve Safe).
Support ordering, receiving, and inventory…
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