Food Service Worker

Kittitas School District; Washington; On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Kittitas School District seeks a Food Service Worker to assist in the operation of school meal programs. Responsibilities include serving food, kitchen cleanliness, and operating cooking equipment. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, possess a food service worker permit, and be able to lift moderate to heavy items.

Qualifications

• Minimum education required: High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience or training in food handling preferred.
• Possess a valid food service worker permit.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food service operations, including lunch and breakfast programs.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards in the kitchen.
• Serve food and manage inventory to prevent spoilage.

Skills

Teamwork

Independence

Positive Relationship Skills

Confidentiality

Ability to Lift

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Point-of-Sale System

Job description

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KITTITAS SCHOOL DISTRICT

Position Description

Job Title:

Food Service Worker

Direct Supervisor

Food Service Director / Superintendent

POSITION: Food Service Worker

LOCATION: Elementary / Secondary School

HOURS: 6 hours/ day, 180 Days/year

Representation: Public School Employees of Washington

Salary: PSE Salary Schedule PSE Salary Schedule

Position Description: Under general supervision, assist the Food Service Director and Assistant Cook in the food service operation within the school, including the school lunch and breakfast programs.

Essential Job Functions

• Participates in the cleaning of the kitchen, assuring that standards of sanitation and safety are met.
• Operates and maintains proper care of cooking equipment.
• Assists in the serving of food.
• Safeguards inventory from spoilage and/or loss.
• Maintains a professional attitude and appearance in the workplace.
• Cover for Assistant Cook position, as needed.
• Follows production records according to USDA guidelines for meal preparation and as provided by the Food Service Director.
• Knowledge and use of Point-of-Sale System (i.e., Skyward Student Software)
  
  

Other Job Functions

• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Be in the kitchen ready to work at the scheduled start time. (“Ready” means hair is properly restrained, hands are washed, and apron is on).
  
  

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
  
  

Preferred Education And Experience

• Experience or training in food handling.
• Prior school district food service department experience.
  
  

Required Skills, Knowledge And Or Abilities

• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Ability to develop and maintain a positive relationship with students, staff, parents and community members.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to move or lift moderate to heavy items.
• Ability to be a positive role model for students.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  
  

Other

• Possess a valid State of Washington Food and Beverage Service Worker Permit.
• Hold current First Aid/CPR card, preferred.
  
  

Physical Demands

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following conditions:

• Significant: (i.e., sitting, talking, hearing, walking, vision, color vision, peripheral/depth perception, ability to adjust focus, grasping, handling paperwork, repetitive motion, use of personal computer, looking at a computer monitor, lifting up to 10 pounds)
• Frequent: (i.e., standing, bending, carrying; use of phone; use of copy machine)
• Occasional: (i.e., driving, lifting over 10 pounds up to 45 pounds, reaching above the shoulder, use of fax machine)
  
  

Significant - Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Frequent - Occupation requires this activity from 33% to 66% of time (2.5 to 5.5+ hrs/day)

Occasional - Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of time (0 to 2.5+ hrs/day)

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential functions of this position, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, the scope of responsibilities, and the physical demands, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of the work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload. Changes to the position description may be made at the discretion of the employer.

Application Process

Please complete the online application https://www.applitrack.com/ksd403/onlineapp/. Open until filled.

Kittitas School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employee(s) has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator: Tim LaGrange, Superintendent, 509-955-3120, [e-mail] ; Title IX Coordinator: Jenny La Frenier,509-955-3120, [e-mail] Section 504/ADA Coordinator, State and Federal Programs Director, 509-955-3120,. 601 N Pierce St. PO Box 599 Kittitas, WA 98934

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