Substitute Food Service Kitchen Helper

Cook County ISD; Grand Marais (MN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Cook County ISD is seeking a Substitute Food Service Kitchen Helper to assist with meal preparation, serving, and cleanup duties in a school setting. Under the supervision of the Food Service Specialist, you will perform general kitchen tasks during staff absences.

The ideal candidate must be able to lift 30 pounds and have a high school diploma. Previous food service experience and 'Safe Serve' certification are preferred. This position is part-time and non-exempt with a compensation of $19.33 per hour.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow instructions from supervisor.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• Experience in food service preferred.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation.
• Perform dishwashing duties.
• Clean lunch tables and kitchen area.

Skills

Follow oral/written work orders

English fluency

Cleaning and maintenance knowledge

Cooperative working relationships

Adherence to standard procedures

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Commercial dishwasher

Kitchen appliances/tools

Job description

Substitute Food Service Kitchen Helper

Position Function: Under the direct supervision of the Food Service Specialist, performs general meal prep, serving, dish washing, and cleanup duties for school breakfasts and lunches when Food Service staff are absent.

Essential Functions

• Assists with meal preparation.
• Dishwashing duties.
• Wipes and cleans lunch tables.

Additional Duties

• Assist with Point of Sale duties when needed due to absences.
• Light cleaning of lunchroom area.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment Use of commercial dishwasher, disposal, and kitchen appliances/tools.

Safety Requirements Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper use of tools and power equipment used in the performance of duties.

Wears appropriate safety gear, including required hair covering.

Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to follow oral or written work orders from supervisor, and to help coordinate kitchen responsibilities.
• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Ability to describe orally or in writing cleaning, maintenance or repair problems as needed.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to perform work according to standard procedures and schedule set forth by supervisor(s).

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in commercial kitchen and school building environments.
• Exposure to kitchen chemicals and solvents.

Qualifications Profile:

• High School Diploma or completion of sufficient education to successfully perform the duties of the position.
• Previous experience in food service preferred
• "Safe Serve" certification preferred
• MN Motor Vehicle Operator's license or ability to provide own transportation.

FLSA Status & Compensation: Non-exempt, $19.33