**Food Handler** PeopleReady of Fort Walton Beach, FL is now hiring Food Handlers in Navarre, FL! As a Food Handler, you will do a variety of work in different industries. Apply today and you could start as soon as tomorrow. **As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from:** + Next-day pay for many of our open positions + The choice of long-term positions for steady work or short-term positions for extra cash + The convenience of applying for and accepting jobs right from our mobile app, JobStack! Text “READY” to 81555 to download JobStack and get started today **Pay Rate:** _The pay rate for this job is $13.75 - $13.75 / hour*_ **What you'll be doing as a Food Handler:** + Prepare and set up serving areas with necessary supplies, utensils, and food items + Serve meals to students and staff following portion guidelines + Operate kitchen equipment safely including warmers, ovens, and dishwashers + Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, serving line, and dining areas + Follow all food safety protocols and health department regulations + Maintain proper food temperature and storage requirements + Assist with inventory and stocking of food supplies + Clean dishes, trays, utensils, and equipment throughout service periods + Follow all company safety procedures and security policies + Maintain a clean, professional appearance and friendly demeanor + Welcome students and staff with a positive attitude + Communicate clearly and professionally with students, staff and coworkers + Support team efforts to provide efficient meal service + Perform other reasonable duties as requested by supervisors **Available shifts:** Shift timings - 1st Shift (Day) **Job requirements:** + Prior food service experience preferred + Knowledge of basic food safety practices + Ability to work efficiently during busy meal periods + Attention to detail with food preparation and serving + Professional appearance and good personal hygiene + Positive attitude when interacting with students and staff + Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance + Stand for extended periods during meal service + Background check required **Ready to take control of the way you work?** Complete our application to join the PeopleReady team today. **Please contact our Fort Walton Beach, FL branch for more information:** **Branch # 2318** **Address: 214 Eglin Parkway NE, Suite 2, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547** **Email Address: 2318-br@PeopleReady.com** *Hourly pay rates are a good-faith estimate based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, training, geographic location and other considerations permitted by law. An employee's pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis unless a deadline is otherwise stated. Employees and their eligible dependents are offered Medical/Dental/Vision insurance and short term disability, in addition to other programs, as well as number of paid days off and/or more generous paid sick leave days. More details about our benefits can be found by copying and pasting this URL into your browser: https://flimp.live/TrueBlueAssociates . PeopleReady considers all applicants for employment regardless of background, in compliance with applicable laws regarding fair hiring practices. PeopleReady is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identify, or any other characteristics protected by law. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable law. TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands welcome and encourage applications from candidates with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the application or interview process. If you require disability-related accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact your Recruiter directly, Employee Relations at HR-Advice@trueblue.com, or 1.800.610.8920. TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands will consult with all applicants who request disability-related accommodation during the application or interview process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant's individual accessibility needs. \#PriL PeopleReady is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religious affiliation, color, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by law. We will get to know you and connect you with jobs that match your skills, experience and preferences. We work hard every single day to find jobs so each employee has opportunity and variety in their work.