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Food Service Worker

Acelero Learning · Cudahy South, WI · Full time

Posted Jul 7, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about your experience preparing food in a kitchen, especially for children or large groups.

What they are checking: Whether they have practical kitchen experience that fits meal prep for a Head Start program.

Tell me about a time you worked as part of a small team in a busy kitchen.

What they are checking: Whether they cooperate and communicate well under time pressure.

What would you do

A child in one classroom has a severe peanut allergy. How do you make sure their meal is safe?

What they are checking: Whether they treat allergies as life-and-death and follow labeling and separation steps.

You notice the milk in the fridge is above safe temperature. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they act on food safety risks immediately and report them.

This is an on-call, part-time position. How do you handle being called in on short notice?

What they are checking: Whether they are dependable enough for an on-call schedule.

How do you deliver meals to classrooms on time when something goes wrong in the kitchen?

What they are checking: Whether they can solve problems quickly so children's mealtimes stay on schedule.

About the work

What do USDA-approved meals mean for how you prepare and serve food?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that portions and menus follow federal nutrition rules.

How do you keep a kitchen clean and sanitary to Health Department standards?

What they are checking: Whether they know safe food handling, temperatures and cleaning routines.

How would you keep food records and supply counts accurate?

What they are checking: Whether they see recordkeeping as part of the job, since meal programs are audited.

Do you have a food handler or food safety certification?

What they are checking: Whether they have or can get the training the Health Department expects.

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The full job description

As published by Acelero Learning.

Are you a socially conscious, dedicated individual who is committed to building a better future for children, families, and their communities? If so, join us as we support early childhood education programs across the country to create positive outcomes for the children and families served. Acelero, Inc. is looking for an Hybrid Food Service Worker at Acelero Learning which will give you the opportunity to assist in the implementation of food services in a Head Start/Early Head Start Program serving children ages 0-5. The hours are approximately 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM . *Valid Driver's License Required. Why Acelero? Our mission is bold: To design and deliver research and evidence-based approaches to eliminate the gaps between young childrenʼs inherent potential and their achievement in school and life. With our partners, we accelerate child and family outcomes that honor all of the aspirations and cultures of the communities we serve. Our values: Data-Informed Learning; Transparent & Open Communication; Growth Mindset; Championing Equality; Caring Teams & Communities. Your Role: You will be responsible in preparing attractive, USDA-approved meals; keeping the kitchen clean and sanitary according to Health Department ordinances; and maintaining adequate food stocks, kitchen supplies, and food service records. What You’ll Do: • R esponsible for supporting daily food production, distribution, and kitchen operations between the Racine Mound Ave. kitchen, and the Centers in Cudahy, WI, including Cudahy North & South and Blakewood . Address for Mound Ave. is 1220 Mound Ave, Racine. Address for Cudahy is 5885 South Packard Ave. • Assist in preparation of the assigned menu. • Assist in delivery of food to classrooms and of dirty dishes from the classroom. • Use sanitary washing procedure to clean dishes and cooking equipment • Check food deliveries for accuracy and for good quality. • Store food and supplies properly. Date all canned, boxed and bagged foods. Use the FIFO method of inventory. • Monitor and maintain proper food temperatures. • Monitor and maintain proper temperatures of all refrigerator and freezers. • Maintain appropriate cleanliness of all kitchen materials and supplies as required. What you will Bring: • A High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. • ServSafe certification preferred. • Physical exam and background checks are required for this position. When/Where/How Much: When : Summer 2026 Where: Role is in both Racine, WI 53404 and in Cudahy, WI 53110 How Much : $17.50 per hour Why Acelero Learning or Shine Early Learning? - Ability to make an impact in the lives of the children, families, and partners we serve - Career growth and professional development opportunities - Supportive working environment - Average of 5 weeks of paid time off during 1st year of employment - Comprehensive benefits, including 401K matching and 100% vesting program We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and healthy work place.

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