Salary
$26,069.00 - $45,622.00 Annually
Location
Jackson County, NC
Job Type
Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
24-15707
Department
Dept of Public Instruction
Opening Date
12/23/2024
Job Class Title
Food Service Assistant
Position Number
65009147
Salary Grade
NC01
Recruitment Range
$35,092.00 - $37,975.00
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Are you looking for a fulfilling role in a friendly, fast-paced environment? The North Carolina Center for the Advancement of
Teaching (NCCAT) is seeking a reliable, hardworking Food Service Assistant to assist with food prep and Dishwashing. This position is located at the NCCAT-Cullowhee campus. Join a supportive team dedicated to excellence and play an essential role in
supporting educators across North Carolina.
What You’ll Do
As a vital member of our Culinary Services team, your responsibilities will include:
- Food Preparation: Assist in preparing fresh, delicious meals for NCCAT participants and guests.
- Dishwashing & Cleaning: Maintain a clean and organized kitchen and dining area, ensuring compliance with sanitation
standards.
- Dining Room Maintenance: Keep the dining area spotless and welcoming for our guests.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, with an exceptional team of culinary geniuses and
contribute to an organization making a difference in education.
Why Join NCCAT?
Someone should come to work for NCCAT because it offers a unique opportunity to be part of an organization dedicated to
supporting and inspiring educators—the backbone of our society. Here’s why NCCAT stands out:
1. Mission with Impact
NCCAT's mission to enhance the learning of children in North Carolina by empowering teachers makes every role, from the
classroom to the kitchen, meaningful. Employees play a direct part in supporting educators who shape future generations.
2. Supportive Workplace Culture
NCCAT is more than a workplace—it’s a community. The team values collaboration, innovation, and respect, creating an
environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to do their best work.
3. Exceptional Benefits
State employees at NCCAT enjoy unparalleled benefits, including:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid holidays, sick leave, and community service leave.
- Retirement benefits that ensure long-term financial security.
4. Growth Opportunities
Whether you're looking to grow professionally or learn new skills, NCCAT supports its employees through training,
leadership opportunities, and a culture that fosters personal and professional development.
5. Beautiful Locations
With campuses in Cullowhee and Ocracoke, working at NCCAT means being surrounded by the natural beauty of North
Carolina. From the mountains to the coast, employees enjoy scenic work environments that inspire creativity and balance.
6. Make a Difference Every Day
No matter the position, every role at NCCAT contributes to the mission of uplifting teachers. Staff members know their work
helps educators recharge, refocus, and return to their classrooms better equipped to inspire students.
7. A Team that Feels Like Family
At NCCAT, you’ll be part of a welcoming, dedicated, and supportive team that celebrates success, values hard work, and
recognizes contributions.
Why Choose NCCAT?
Because working at NCCAT is more than a job—it’s a chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a rewarding
career in a caring and supportive environment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified candidates must document on the application that they possess all of the following:
•Basic knowledge of preparation, cooking and baking procedures.
•Basic knowledge of appropriate methods of cleaning and sanitizing equipment and small wares.
•Basic knowledge of serving line procedures, food serving procedures and food handling.
Management Preferences
•Ability of use of interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
•Ability to perform moderately heavy physical labor for extended periods of time.
•Ability to maintain professional, cooperative working relationships with employees and/or clients.
•Ability to maintain high sanitation standards as outlined in the NC Food Code.
•Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
•Ability to complete department records as required.
Contact Information
NOTE: Applicants will be communicated with via email only for updates on the status of their application or any questions
on their application. For inquiries, please send questions to [email protected].
If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact NCCAT Human Resources.
Contact Information:
Tricia Ashe, HR Technician
Phone:(828)293-5202
Email: [email protected]
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