A local educational institution in Detroit is seeking a Cafeteria Assistant to support the Cafeteria Manager. Responsibilities include serving food, preparing the lunchroom, and ensuring cleanliness. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma and the ability to interact positively with students. This position involves maintaining the cafeteria's organization and cleanliness during and after service. A permit for food handling may be required based on local guidelines.
Qualifications
Required to understand food service instructions and procedures.
Need for permit or credential for food handling if required by local jurisdiction.
Successful experience in supervising children.
Responsibilities
Assist in serving food in the cafeteria.
Prepare and clean the cafeteria for service.
Organize supplies and ensure cleanliness.
Skills
Basic reading and writing skills
Experience in student relations
Ability to maintain professional relationships
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Job description
Description
Provide assistance to Cafeteria Manager in the lunchroom.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist in serving food as assigned.
Prepare cafeteria for service such as placing chairs, washing tables, cleaning and placing trays, etc.
Organize supplies and equipment for efficiency and according to procedures.
Make silverware accessible to students.
Handle trash (place bags in trash cans, take out trash regularly, maintain cleanliness.)
Assist with student needs and discipline while in the cafeteria.
Clean after food service; stack chairs, move tables, organize supplies, sweep and mop as directed.
Return all cleaning equipment to designated area.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Basic abilities to read and write to enable the employee to understand instructions and procedures for the food service program, as acquired through a high school diploma or equivalent coursework, experience and/or training.
If required by the local jurisdiction, will be required to attain a permit or other credential for food handling; must have skills and knowledge necessary to attain such a qualification upon hire.
Evidence of successful experience in student relations.
Experience with the non-instructional supervision of children in an educational or similar setting.
Ability to maintain a professional working relationship with others.