Food Service Helper Part-Time

Nassau BOCES; New York (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Nassau BOCES is seeking part-time Food Service Helpers to assist in the preparation and serving of food in district facilities.

Under supervision, you will maintain sanitary standards, assist with food prep, cashier duties if needed, and support a team dedicated to safe, efficient service.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write English.
• Basic knowledge of the proper method of serving food.
• Basic knowledge of the principles and practices of sanitation and personal hygiene as applied to the preparation and serving of food.
• Ability to use and care for food service equipment and appliances.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to use a cash register.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the preparation of vegetables and meats for cooking.
• Makes sandwiches, salads, and desserts.
• Sets tables; fills sugar bowls and salt and pepper shakers.
• Serves food from steam tables.
• Clears tables of dirty dishes; washes and dries dishes.
• Cleans tables, chairs, serving tables, and other equipment.
• Acts as a cashier, as required.

Skills

Food service basics

Sanitation & hygiene

Cashier operations

Food prep assistance

Following instructions

Education

Ability to read and write English

Tools

Cash register

Job description

Food Service Helper
This position is a non-competitive Civil Service position.

Nassau BOCES is seeking part-time Food Service Helpers.

General Statement of Duties

Performs various tasks involved in the preparation and serving of food; performs related duties as required.

Complexity of Duties

Under direct supervision, the duties require incumbents to maintain and adhere to sanitary standards.

Typical Duties

• Assists in the preparation of vegetables and meats for cooking.
• Makes sandwiches, salads, and desserts.
• Sets tables; fills sugar bowls and salt and pepper shakers.
• Serves food from steam tables.
• Clears tables of dirty dishes; washes and dries dishes.
• Cleans tables, chairs, serving tables, and other equipment.
• Acts as a cashier, as required.

Full Performance Knowledges, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of the proper method of serving food.
• Basic knowledge of the principles and practices of sanitation and personal hygiene as applied to the preparation and serving of food.
• Ability to use and care for food service equipment and appliances.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to use a cash register.

Minimum Qualifications

Training and Experience

Ability to read and write English.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The Nassau BOCES offers employment and educational opportunities without regard to age, color, creed, disability, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, race, religion (including religious practice and/or expression), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, victim of domestic violence status or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable law. In accordance with Federal law, the Nassau BOCES shall provide equal facility access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Nassau BOCES does not discriminate or take any retaliatory action against an employee with respect to compensation, terms, conditions or privileges of employment because of the employee’s or dependent’s reproductive health decision-making. Additional information is available by contacting the following individuals: Sammy Gergis, Assistant Superintendent – Human Resources, Department of Human Resources at 516-396-2358, [e-mail] and/or Mark Raimondi – Acting Director, Department of Human Resources at 516-396-2347, [e-mail]. For further information, please see Policies 0100 Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination; 0110 Sexual Harassment and 0115 Dignity for All Students Act. A complete version of the Non-Discrimination Statement and the Policy Manual are available on the Nassau BOCES website at www.nassauboces.org.