PURPOSE OF JOB: Perform a variety of food preparation and service duties in support of school food service to students.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Follow daily written and verbal work instructions.
- Assume major responsibility in the meal preparation and service of assigned menu items in necessary quantities and on time.
- Assist in meal prep as assigned by café manager.
- Keep accurate food production and roster records daily.
- Handle and prepare food in compliance with verbal directions and written procedures.
- Ability to work without supervision and maintain program standards.
- Safely operate all food preparation equipment.
- Set up and serve on line following safety and merchandising guidelines.
- Assist in cleaning all kitchen equipment, cooking utensils, dishes, and dining room tables.
- Use standardized recipes.
- Strictly observe and practice all rules of sanitation and safety.
- Assist manager in preparing orders, reports, and inventories.
- Record leftovers, store properly, and utilize effectively.
- Support manager and cooperate in maintaining a high quality food service operation and harmonious working environment.
- Communicate with and assist afterschool program staff in the service of meals.
- Participate in In-service training.
- Perform other duties as assigned by manager.
- Follow Federal laws, School Board policies, and Food Service Directives.
- Assist Cafeteria Manager with operations, accounting, record keeping, preparing orders, reports, and inventories.
- May maintain correct amounts of change in cash drawer(s) opening.
- May count and verify daily cash.
- May operate cashier station during meal service following meal standard guidelines and assist other employees in service of meals.
- Assist with or prepare daily participation and monthly cash receipts.
- May prepare bank deposits.
- Responsible for student meal pattern compliance adherence.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Ability to follow oral and written directions.
- Ability to read, write, follow written directions, and count accurately.
- Ability to perform arithmetic.
- Ability to keep accurate production records.
- Experience and knowledge in institutional or quantity cooking.
- Maintain high standards of personal hygiene, appearance, cleanliness, sanitation, and safety.
- Punctual and dependable, showing initiative in job responsibilities.
- Exhibit ability and willingness to cooperate and work well with adults and students.
- Obtain and maintain Food Handler’s Card via local health department.
- Exhibit positive attitude and pleasant personality.
- Must acquire food handlers card or ServSafe certificate within 60 days of employment; district will assist with applicable fee(s).
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Job requires lifting and use of institutional equipment, pots, pans, packages, and cases containing food.
- This job requires that the employee be able to: sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, use hands, fingers, reach with hands and fingers; bend, stoop, lift objects of at least thirty (30) pounds.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Length of work year: Thirty-nine weeks plus/year - Non-contract; no more than 25 Hours/Week.
Benefits: Retirement Programs, Health and Dental Insurance are provided.