Cafeteria Worker

Young World Physical Education; Kountze (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local school district in Kountze, Texas is seeking a Cafeteria Worker to prepare and serve quality food while maintaining sanitation and safety practices. The ideal candidate should understand food preparation instructions and operate kitchen equipment. Responsibilities include food preparation, serving, and cashier functions. This is a full-time position with no formal education required. The role involves physical demands, including prolonged standing and lifting moderate weights.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform basic math.
• None specified for education/certification.
• Work under moderate supervision, preparing and serving food.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food according to menus and recipes.
• Serve food and maintain cleanliness and hygiene.
• Handle and record cashier functions accurately.

Skills

Ability to understand food preparation instructions

Working knowledge of kitchen equipment

Ability to operate kitchen equipment

Basic math skills

Tools

Electric slicer

Mixer

Pressure steamer

Deep-fat fryer

Dishwasher

Job description

Cafeteria Worker

Kountze Independent School District All Campus - Kountze, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 4906513

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 13, 2024 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Cafeteria Worker Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Reports to: Cafeteria Manager Date Revised:

Dept./School:

APPLICATIONS WILL BE SCREENED PRIOR TO INTERVIEWS, NOT ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE INTERVIEWED!

Primary Purpose:

Work under moderate supervision to prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements. Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification: None specified

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to understand written and verbal food preparation and safety instructions

Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures

Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools

Ability to perform basic math

Experience: None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Food Preparation and Serving

• Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested and uniform recipes.
• Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures, and practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.
• Store and handle food items and supplies safely and according to established procedures. Maintain a clean and organized storage area.

Safety and Sanitation

• Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards, and follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.
• Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.

Other

• Handle and record cashier functions accurately.
• Help record food requisitions and order necessary supplies.
• Maintain daily food preparation records.
• Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.
• Complete annual continuing education requirements.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard large and small kitchen equipment and tools including electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, deep‑fat fryer, sharp cutting tools, stove, oven, dishwasher, and food/utility cart

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stoop, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Continual walking; frequent climbing (ladder), grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching/overhead reaching

Lifting: Frequent moderate lifting and carrying (15–44 pounds)

Environment: Work inside in commercial kitchen environment; exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, extreme humidity, noise, vibration, microwaves, biological hazards (bacteria, mold, fungi), chemical hazards (fumes, vapors, gases), electrical hazards; work with hands in water; work around machinery with moving parts; work on slippery surfaces

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Food Service