School Lunch Substitute Cook & Food Prep

Young World Physical Education; Fairfield (IA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairfield Community School District is seeking a Substitute-Food Service role to support meal preparation and serving at Fairfield, IA. The position involves assisting the kitchen staff, maintaining safety and cleanliness, and ensuring efficient operation of the food service area.

The role requires flexibility for varying hours, basic health documentation, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Training and experience in school food service are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Experience or training in food services preferred.
• Ability to interact positively with staff and community.
• Provide documentation of health via an initial employment physical.
• Maintain good personal hygiene.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to applicable state and federal laws, rules, and regulations, safety standards, board policies and administrative rules.
• Assist the kitchen manager with food preparation as assigned.
• Assist in utensil/pan/sheet pan washing or operating dish washing machine.
• Prepare food items as directed.
• Measure and mix recipes as part of the food preparation process.
• Contribute to the cleanliness, efficiency and successful operation of the food preparation/serving facility.
• Assist in the preparation and serving of breakfast menu items.
• Utilize the HACCP principles in assuring the safety of food preparation and implementation of standard operating procedures as applied to the food service area.
• Dress appropriately for the position and work required.
• Complete all general duties and tasks associated with this assigned position in a timely and efficient manner.
• The listed responsibilities would be typical. Other responsibilities may be assigned by the Building Administrator/Director of Auxiliary Services on an "as needed" basis.

Skills

Food service experience

Interpersonal skills

Health documentation

Lift 50 lbs

Meet deadlines

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Fairfield Community School District is seeking a Substitute-Food Service role to support meal preparation and serving at Fairfield, IA. The position involves assisting the kitchen staff, maintaining safety and cleanliness, and ensuring efficient operation of the food service area.

The role requires flexibility for varying hours, basic health documentation, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Training and experience in school food service are preferred.