Early Morning Cook (Part Time)

Vallivue School District; Caldwell (ID); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 66.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical/vision/dental insurance

Life insurance $30,000 with option to増

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Sick leave accrual (unlimited)

Paid leave & vacation (if applicable)

Credit reimbursement up to $300 per ye

Descripción de la vacante

Vallivue School District in Caldwell, Idaho seeks a dedicated kitchen supervisor to coordinate school nutrition programs and supervise cafeteria operations. You will ensure efficient meal preparation, adherence to safety standards, and collaboration with nursing staff for dietary needs.

Responsibilities include planning menus, managing inventory, supervising staff, and maintaining sanitary conditions in both kitchen and dining areas. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Board-determined minimum experience in cafeteria food service.
• Bookkeeping/budgeting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food management, nutrition, sanitation, and related laws/policy.
• Experience scaling recipes for large quantities.
• Ability to plan work and supervise others.
• Basic bookkeeping and inventory skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, and lift heavy items for long periods.
• Understanding MSDS and safety guidelines.
• Ability to present information to individuals or small groups.
• Self-motivated and reliable.
• Ability to work well with students and staff.
• Excellent organizational skills and confidentiality.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare daily school meals on time per planned menu and regulatory standards.
• Maintain high safety and cleanliness in kitchen and cafeteria.
• Prepare food using uniform recipes and verify quality before serving.
• Consult with the school nurse on dietary needs and allergies.
• Store all food properly and maintain required temperatures.
• Determine quantities and serving sizes for appropriate age groups.
• Supervise kitchen staff in safe and efficient use of equipment.
• Supervise and assist in serving food.
• Oversee daily cleaning of equipment, dishes, and tables.
• Coordinate with Building Principals and custodians on sanitary conditions.

Conocimientos

High school diploma or GED

Experience in cafeteria food service

Bookkeeping/budgeting awareness

Food management, nutrition, sanitation

Large-quantity cooking methods

Staff supervision

Bookkeeping & inventory basics

Physical stamina

MSDS knowledge

Effective communication (one-on-one &小

Descripción del empleo

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or General Education Degree
• Minimum experience in cafeteria food service as determined by the Board
• Experience with bookkeeping/budgeting procedures preferred
• Knowledge of the principles of food management, nutrition, sanitation, and applicable federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy
• General knowledge of the best methods of preparing and cooking food in large quantities and ability to adjust recipes to the quantity required
• Ability to plan own work schedule and to direct and supervise others
• Ability to perform simple bookkeeping and inventory procedures
• Ability to stand and walk for most of the day, carry hot pans, push carts, stoop, and reach for heavy items
• A general understanding of Material Safety Data Sheets
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees
• Self-motivated
• Work well with students and staff
• Excellent organizational skills
• Maintain confidentiality of staff and students

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY TO

• Nutrition Services Supervisor and Building Principal

JOB SUMMARY

To prepare and serve students attractive and nutritious meals in an atmosphere of efficiency, cleanliness, and warmth in harmony with state and federal guidelines. To coordinate the work or the school kitchen and cafeteria.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Kitchen and Food Operations

• Prepare daily school meals on time and according to a planned menu and to standards set forth by the appropriate state and federal agencies and the District's food service department
• Maintain the highest standard of safety and cleanliness in the kitchen and cafeteria
• Prepare food according to a planned menu and tested, uniform recipes and determine if the finished product is of high quality both in flavor and appearance before it is served
• Consult with the school nurse regarding special dietary needs and serious food allergies of students and staff
• Be responsible for the proper storage of all food items, keeping frozen and refrigerated items at the required temperatures
• Determine the quantities of each food to be prepared daily and the size of serving to meet the necessary age requirements
• Supervise and instruct kitchen personnel in the safe, proper, and efficient use of all kitchen equipment
• Supervise and assist in the serving of food
• Supervise the daily cleaning of all kitchen equipment, dishes, utensils, and tables
• Cooperate with Building Principals and custodians in maintaining healthful and sanitary conditions of the food preparation, storage, serving, and dining areas

Financial and Inventory Responsibilities

• Process all delivery receipts, bank deposits, payrolls, and daily sales records as directed
• Order all necessary supplies
• Report to the food service supervisor any faulty or inferior quality food that is received
• Oversee the locking of the storeroom and the maintaining of correct inventories
• Keep daily records of what is used
• Requisition food stuffs and verify receipt of food shipments
• Assume responsibility for the security of food and supplies

Other

• Report immediately to the building principal any problem or accident occurring in the kitchen or cafeteria area
• Maintain friendly relations with other school staff and with lunchroom customers
• Confer with the food service supervisor regarding any personnel problems and matters related to the food service operation
• Prepare all reports as directed by the Food Service Supervisor
• Keep the food service supervisor and Building Principal informed of activities and problems
• Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development through such efforts as attendance at inservices. This shall include at least 10 hours per year of training in administrative practices, the identification of reimbursable meals at the point of service, nutrition, health and safety standards, and any other topics required by the Food and Nutrition Service of the United States Department of Agriculture
• Seek assistance should emergencies arise
• Represent the school district in a positive manner
• Know and follow school district policy and chain of command
• Perform other duties as assigned

BENEFITS:

• Medical/vision/dental insurance
• $30,000 life insurance with option to purchase additional coverage
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Unlimited accumulation of sick leave
• Personal, bereavement, professional leave, vacation (if applicable)
• Credit reimbursement of up to $300 per year

EVALUATION

Performance of this position will be evaluated annually by the food service supervisor and/or building principal in conformance with federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

This position shall be considered in all respects "employment at will". The "employment period" and other descriptions and terms set forth in this job description shall not create a property right in the employee. These are set forth only to advise the employee of when and what type of services will be required by the district so long as the employment continues.

NOTE

All certificated and non-certificated employees and other individuals are required to undergo a criminal history check and submit to fingerprinting. Any applicant convicted of any of the felony crimes enumerated in Section 33-1208, Idaho Code may not be hired, and any applicant convicted of any felony offense listed in Section 33-1208(2), Idaho Code shall not be hired.

Legal Reference

I.C. § 33-512 Governance of Schools

I.C. § 33-1210 Information on Past Job Performance

7 CFR § 210.30 School Nutrition Program Professional Standards

Other References

Questions & Answers (Q&As) on the Final Rule "Professional Standards for State and Local School Nutrition Programs Personnel as Required by the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010"