Food Service Assistant - Districtwide (185 Days)

Dallas Independent School District; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school district in Dallas is seeking a Food Service Assistant to support meal preparation, service, and sanitation in schools. The role involves adhering to safety standards, assisting in meal service, and maintaining kitchen areas. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and a safety certification, alongside effective organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Accredited Senior High School Diploma or valid equivalent preferred.
• Knowledge of methods, material, equipment, and appliances used in food preparation.
• Effective planning and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist and prepare food and beverage for various meals.
• Perform cashier and meal serving duties.
• Comply with sanitation standards as established.

Skills

Planning

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

City of Dallas Safety and Sanitation Certification

Tools

Food Preparation Equipment

Job description

Job Description - Food Service Assistant - Districtwide (185 Days) (25000228)

Job Description

Description

To support the Food & Child Nutrition Services (FCNS) Department by performing meal preparation, service, cashier and cleaning duties at the school campus. Adhere to high level of safety and sanitation standards.

• Assist and prepare food and beverage for breakfast, lunch, supper and other programs according to standardized recipes and guidelines to serve students and staff in a safe and efficient manner
• Complete pre-preparation of meals according to the department's standardized recipes; check and report the availability of food and supplies to Cafeteria Supervisor in advance of food preparation
• Properly use and maintain equipment in the preparation and service of meals, reporting malfunctions promptly to Cafeteria Supervisor
• Perform cashier, dish washing and meal serving duties as instructed by Cafeteria Supervisor. Keep count of meals served, monies collected and record temperature of food, refrigeration and freezer equipment, as directed
• Comply with sanitation standards as established by the City Health Department and FCNS
• Assist with proper storage of food and supplies as instructed by Cafeteria Supervisor
• Set-up, monitor and replenish serving stations, as required
• Serve meals to customers as directed by Cafeteria Supervisor ensuring correct portion sizes, meal requirements and time standards as established by department
• Read labels and use appropriate chemicals to clean and sanitize equipment, work area and utensils
• Clean cafeteria and/or kitchen area which include wiping down tables, pick up trash, sweeping and mopping floor, cleaning equipment, putting trash cans in proper location and putting up cafeteria seating
• Routinely lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. unassisted and up to 50 lbs. with assistance
• Attend training(s) as scheduled
• Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned
• All federally funded incumbents of this position must comply with time and effort reporting requirements through personnel activity reports or periodic certification, as appropriate

Selected individuals for Dallas Independent School District positions will be placed according to compensation guidelines. A campus-based employee may not assume a new position for which he/she was selected based upon the posting process until the end of the current semester, unless approved by the chief officer – Human Capital Management.

A security check and disclosure of family relationship information is required for all positions.

No telephone calls please.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/H

Dallas Independent School District, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law. The District is required by Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, The Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, as well as board policy not to discriminate in such a manner (not all prohibited bases apply to all programs).

Qualifications

• Accredited Senior High School Diploma or valid equivalent (USA equivalency) preferred
• Approved City of Dallas Safety and Sanitation Certification
• Knowledge of methods, material, equipment and appliances used in food preparation
• Effective planning and organizational skills
• Must be able to read, write and comprehend the English language to perform functions