Cafeteria Worker

Jefferson County School District; Fayette (MS); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson County School District in the United States seeks a Cafeteria Worker to assist in preparing and serving nutritious meals for students. You will follow safety and sanitation standards, help with cleaning kitchens, and support meal service in a busy school environment.

The role requires the ability to read and follow recipes, stand for long periods, and lift up to 50 pounds. You will report to the Cafeteria Manager and participate in required trainings to maintain compliance with

Qualifications

• Read, write, and comprehend weights and measures on standardized recipes
• Ability and willingness to follow instructions, written or verbal
• Willingness to work in production kitchen
• Emotional stability and physical fitness to perform duties
• Personal appearance and dress code standards
• Interest in food preparation and service
• Courtesy and tact in dealing with people
• Interest in children and school programs
• Desire to put forth best effort in all duties
• Ability to perform physical work including lifting 50 pounds, moving heavy supplies, and standing
• Ability to learn prescribed food preparation methods
• Ability to furnish own transportation
• Health certificate may be required
• Must clear a federal fingerprint background check and child abuse registry check

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned duties efficiently, including food prep, meal service, and kitchen cleaning.
• Attend required trainings and staff meetings to stay compliant.
• Report to work promptly and maintain attendance.
• Notify manager by 6:00 a.m. if unable to report due to illness.
• Maintain a positive, respectful work environment.
• Represent the district professionally to students, families, and community.
• Follow health, safety, and sanitation policies.
• Prepare, handle, and serve meals safely.
• Keep waste disposal areas clean and sanitary.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Read recipes

Follow instructions

Kitchen readiness

Emotional stability

Appearance standards

Interest in food prep

Courtesy and tact

Interest in children

Physical stamina

Learn methods

Own transportation

Health certificate

Background check

Job description

Job Description/ Responsibilities
Assume the responsibilities and duties designated by the manager. The staff employee is supervised by the manager or assistant manager and performs duties such as safe preparation and handling of food, cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and facilities, serving of food, cashiering and record keeping as required, and other related work as required.

TITLE: Cafeteria Worker
Job Description/ Responsibilities
Assume the responsibilities and duties designated by the manager. The staff employee is supervised by the manager or assistant manager and performs duties such as safe preparation and handling of food, cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and facilities, serving of food, cashiering and record keeping as required, and other related work as required.
Qualifications

• Each worker shall be able to read, write, and comprehend weights and measures on standardized recipes
• Ability and willingness to follow instructions, either written or verbal
• Willingness to work in any situation when production kitchen is involved
• Emotional stability and physical fitness to perform duties assigned at sufficient speed to carry out an efficient operation
• Personal standards of appearance and dress code commensurate with those required by food service
• Interest in food preparation and service
• Courtesy and tact in dealing with people
• Interest in children and school programs
• Desire to put forth best effort in all assigned duties
• Ability to perform physical work such as lifting fifty (50) pounds frequently, moving heavy supplies and equipment, and continuous standing
• Ability and willingness to learn prescribed food preparation methods
• Ability to furnish own transportation
• Jefferson County School District reserves the right to require a health certificate
• Must clear a federal fingerprint background check and child abuse registry check

Reports To
Cafeteria Manager and/or Director and Assistant Director of Child Nutrition and/or Principal.
Job Goal
To serve the students attractive and nutritious meals in an atmosphere of efficiency, cleanliness, and friendliness
Performance Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform assigned duties efficiently, effectively, and professionally, including food preparation, meal service, kitchen cleaning, and other responsibilities within established timeframes.
• Attend and actively participate in required training sessions, professional development activities, and staff meetings to maintain compliance with district, state, and federal standards.
• Report to work promptly at the designated time, maintain consistent attendance, and remain on duty until authorized to leave by the Child Nutrition Manager.\
• Notify the Child Nutrition Manager no later than 6:00 a.m. when unable to report to work due to illness or other unforeseen circumstances, in accordance with district procedures.\
• Foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative work environment by demonstrating professionalism, patience, courtesy, self-control, and consideration for colleagues.\
• Promote positive relationships among the school district, students, families, and community by providing courteous service and representing the district professionally.
• Adhere to all Jefferson County School District Board of Education policies, applicable health and safety regulations, and supervisory directives regarding sanitation, personal hygiene, workplace safety, and proper work procedures.
• Prepare, handle, and serve meals safely and efficiently while maintaining established standards for food quality, portion control, sanitation, and cleanliness of kitchen equipment and facilities.
• Maintain kitchen waste disposal and garbage collection areas in a clean, organized, and sanitary condition in accordance with applicable health and safety requirements.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Child Nutrition Manager or designated district administrator to support the effective operation of the Child Nutrition Program.

Performance Expectations

• All Child Nutrition employees are expected to demonstrate professionalism, dependability, teamwork, accountability, and a commitment to excellence while maintaining a safe, sanitary, and welcoming dining environment for all students.