Food Service Worker III-A

TOPEKA PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

TOPEKA PUBLIC SCHOOLS is seeking a dedicated kitchen staff member to prepare and serve food in a Middle or High School kitchen. The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, and knowledge of food safety basics. Successful candidates will work 5-7.5 hours daily, ensuring cleanliness and efficiency in food service operations.

Qualifications

• Must attend Food Safety Basics class within 6 months.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food in a kitchen.
• Serve food to cafeteria tray line.
• Clean and sanitize food service areas.

Skills

Food Safety Basics

Mathematics

English Language

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Fast-Lane Software

Job description

Contact Information

Please provide a valid email address for the hiring manager to contact you.

Terms of Employment

9 Month Calendar

Hourly wage and work year to be determined by the 501 Board of Education

Works 5-7.5 hours per day in a Middle or High School Kitchen

Must attend and successfully complete Food Safety Basics class within the first six months of employment, and once every 5 years

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

More advanced math skills, including multiplication and division

Ability to read and write the English language

Demonstrate knowledge of food safety basics

Ability to lift 50 pounds occasionally

Ability to stand up to 7.5 hours

Knowledge of portion sizes

Ability to work well with others

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

To prepare and/or cook food in a kitchen, serve food to a cafeteria tray line, and perform cleaning activities. May assist in the effective overall operations of the Food and Nutrition Services Program at different kitchen locations as needed.

• Preparation of food items
• Prepare food carts
• Set food in steam tables
• Serve food
• Run Fast-Lane Software
• Clean and Sanitize all food service areas and equipment