SUBSTITUTE FOOD SERVICE ATTENDANT

Lubbock-Cooper ISD; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

A local school district in Lubbock, Texas, is hiring a Food Service Attendant. This role involves preparing and serving food, maintaining cleanliness and safety standards, and operating kitchen equipment. The ideal candidate will have strong understanding of food safety and kitchen operations. The position offers flexible hours and pays between $12.00 to $18.00 based on experience. This role requires a commitment to teamwork and maintaining high standards in food preparation.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand food preparation and safety instructions.
• Working knowledge of kitchen procedures and equipment.
• Ability to perform basic math.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food according to planned menus.
• Serve food following departmental policies.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen.

Skills

Understanding written and verbal instructions

Knowledge of kitchen equipment

Basic math skills

Tools

Standard kitchen equipment and tools

Job description

• Position Type:
  FOOD SERVICE/ FOOD SERVICE ATTENDANT
• Date Posted:
  8/30/2023
• Date Available:
  ASAP
• Closing Date:

**Please note all hires for food service in Spring 2025 will be in a substitute capacity.
Job Title: Food Service Attendant

Wage/Hour: $12.00 - $18.00 Based on Experience / Part-time / Full-time

Reports to: Destini Borchardt, Director of Food & Nutrition

Phone: [phone] Ext. 10108

Primary Purpose:

Work under moderate supervision to prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements. Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

None specified

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to understand written and verbal 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 math

Experience:

None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Food Preparation and Serving

Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested and uniform recipes.

Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures, and practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.

Store and handle food items and supplies safely and according to established procedures. Maintain a clean and organized storage area.

Safety and Sanitation

Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards, and 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 the work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor.

Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.

Other

Handle and record cashier functions accurately.

Help record food requisitions and order necessary supplies.

Maintain daily food preparation records.

Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.

Complete annual continuing education requirements.

Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard large and small kitchen equipment and tools including electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, deep-fat fryer, sharp cutting tools, stove, oven, dishwasher, and food/utility cart

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stoop, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Continual walking; frequent climbing (ladder), grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching/overhead reaching

Lifting: Frequent moderate lifting and carrying (15–44 pounds)

Environment: Work inside in commercial kitchen environment; exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, extreme humidity, noise, vibration, microwaves, biological hazards (bacteria, mold, fungi), chemical hazards (fumes, vapors, gasses), electrical hazards; work with hands in water; work around machinery with moving parts; work on slippery surfaces

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress