Food Service Worker - 7 Hours

DFW Area Application Consortium; Venus (TX); On-site; USD 11,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

DFW Area Application Consortium is seeking a School Food Service Worker at Venus Middle School in Venus ISD. The role involves preparing and serving meals, following planned menus, and maintaining safety and sanitation standards in a busy school kitchen.

Responsibilities include portion control, storage management, and record-keeping of food preparation and requisitions. The position emphasizes teamwork and reliable operation of various kitchen tools and equipment in a safe environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand food preparation and safety instructions.
• Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures.
• Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested, uniform recipes.
• Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures.
• Practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.
• Supervise storage and handling of food items and supplies. Maintain a clean and organized storage area.
• Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards.
• Follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.
• Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
• Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.
• Handle and record cashier functions accurately.
• Help record food requisitions and orders necessary supplies.
• Maintain daily food preparation records.
• Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.

Skills

Food safety instructions

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Operate kitchen equipment

Basic arithmetic

Tools

Electric slicer

Mixer

Pressure steamer

Deep-fat fryer

Sharp cutting tools

Oven

Dishwasher

Food cart

Utility cart

Job description

• Position Type: Child Nutrition/ Worker
• Date Posted: 6/25/2020
• Location: Venus Middle School
• District: Venus ISD

Prepare and serve appropriate quantities of to meet menu requirements. Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices.

Food Preparation and Serving

• 1. Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested, uniform recipes.
• 2. Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures.
• 3. Practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.
• 4. Supervise storage and handling of food items and supplies. Maintain a clean and organized storage area.

Safety and Sanitation

• 5. Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards.
• 6. Follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.
• 7. Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary.
• 8. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
• 9. Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.

Other

• 10. Handle and record cashier functions accurately.
• 11. Help record food requisitions and orders necessary supplies.
• 12. Maintain daily food preparation records.
• 13. Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Equipment Used: Large and small kitchen equipment and tools including electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, deep-fat fryer, sharp cutting tools, oven, dishwasher, and food and utility cart.

Working Conditions: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Continual standing, walking, pushing, and pulling; frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, and climbing (ladder), moderate lifting and carrying; moderate exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures.

Education/Certification: None specified

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to understand food preparation and safety instructions
• Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures
• Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations

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