Food Service Helper Part-time

Fairport Central School District; Village of Fairport (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Food Service Helper to join their team. This part-time role involves a variety of kitchen tasks, including food preparation, serving, and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and the ability to work efficiently under time constraints. The position offers a supportive environment where you can make a difference in the lives of students while ensuring their food service experience is enjoyable and safe. If you are passionate about food service and enjoy working with children, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform food service skills with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of sanitation requirements and safe use of chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Perform general kitchen work including food preparation and serving.
• Maintain health, safety, and sanitary practices in the kitchen.

Skills

Communication Skills

Manual Dexterity

Cash Handling Skills

Food Safety Practices

Ability to Work Under Time Constraints

Tools

Kitchen Utensils

Cash Register

Job description

Position Type:
Food Service/ Food Service Helper - Part-time

Date Posted:
1/13/2025

Location:
Jefferson Avenue Elementary School

Date Available:
ASAP

Closing Date:
01/17/2025

Hours:
8:00 am - 1:45 pm (including 30 minute unpaid lunch)

Salary:
$16.00/hour

Nature of Work:

• General kitchen work including but not limited to preparation of foods, dishing/portioning of foods, set up of serving lines, cashing, serving, and clean up of serving lines, and kitchen areas including washing pots and pans.
• Participates in the maintenance of acceptable health, safety and sanitary practices as required by various regulatory agencies. Participates in the care and safe operation of the equipment assigned to the School Food Service program.
• Assists with cleaning of ranges, ovens, refrigerators, freezers, and other food service equipment as directed.

Job Requirements:

• Sufficient communication skills, manual dexterity and ability to perform food service skills under time constraints without close supervision.
• Safely operate, clean, and maintain utensils and equipment used in a school kitchen.
• Follow written recipes and menus as provided.
• Adhere to sanitation requirements in the handling and preparation of food.
• Use approved chemicals safely and according to directions on container.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, parents, and other staff members.
• Sufficient cash handling skills to function as a cashier and operate a cash register.
• Adequate stamina necessary to perform the physical requirements of the job including: standing on hard floors for long periods while performing duties; lifting maximum of 30 lbs. without assistance from others; bending over to wipe spills or pick up items from floor; withstanding extremes in kitchen temperature and humidity; washing pots and pans over deep sinks using detergents that may be more caustic than those used at home; sweeping floors.

The Fairport Central School District is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The District is committed to achieving a more diverse workforce. Candidates of diverse backgrounds and experience are strongly encouraged to apply.