Food Service Assistant/Cashier

Diocese of Grand Rapids; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Catholic Central High School in Grand Rapids is seeking a part-time Food Service Assistant/Cashier up to 15 hours per week. You will assist with food preparation, serve lunch and à la carte items, and manage cashiering tasks in a fast-paced school cafeteria.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma or GED, can lift up to 50 pounds, and work with reliability and courtesy. This role supports the dining program and upholds sanitation standards daily.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced school cafeteria environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve lunch and a la carte items.
• Handle cashiering responsibilities including food and ticket sales.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in serving areas.

Skills

Food handling

Cashier duties

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Catholic Central High School is searching for a part-time Food Service Assistant/Cashier up to 15 hours per week.

Essential Functions/Primary Responsibilities

• Practice personal hygiene and proper sanitation procedures
• Turn on, test, and monitor equipment at the beginning of the day
• Food preparation according to written and oral instructions
• Serve lunch and a la carte items
• Handle cashiering responsibilities including food and ticket sales and serving of ala carte items
• Replenish food and maintain clean serving areas
• Monitor food and equipment temperatures always
• Exhibit courtesy and understanding to staff and customers
• Perform dishwashing duties of cooking, serving, and eating utensils tools
• Set up and break down of serving areas
• Receive, stock, and rotate incoming and outgoing inventory
• Participate in formal and informal training
• Exhibit the professional behavior of a reliable employee
• Perform preparation duties for the next day
• Maintain a neat, clean, and safe work environment
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Work as a servant leader of the Catholic faith and uphold values in word and action.

Job Qualifications and requirements

• High School diploma, or GED
• General knowledge of materials and methods used in preparing and serving meats, breads, vegetables and other foods on a large scale; general knowledge of the use or care of food preparation equipment; skill in the use of standardized and specialized kitchen utensils and equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, students and school staff; able to maintain emotional control; ability to work with others in a close fast paced environment and the ability to address customers in a pleasant, courteous manner
• Physical requirements include: walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Ability to be exposed to chemicals. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

About Catholic Central High School:

Catholic Central High School is rich in both history and tradition. Founded in 1906 by Bishop Henry Richter and the Dominican Sisters, it is the oldest Catholic, coeducational, diocesan high school in the United States. It draws and benefits from a culturally diverse student body of 600 students, grades 9-12. Since being established, over 20,000 students have graduated from Catholic Central, many of whom still serve our community today. In its 115-year history, Catholic Central has maintained its mission to challenge students to know and love God, seek knowledge and truth, respect the dignity of each person, and contribute to society through leadership and service.

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