Substitute Food Service Worker

BENNINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Bennington (NE); On-site; USD 21,903; Part time

Job summary

A public school district in Bennington, Nebraska is seeking a Substitute Food Service Worker. The role involves assisting in meal preparation, serving, and cleaning, while ensuring food safety standards are met. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma and be flexible with working conditions. This position offers $15.90 per hour with no certification required. Interested applicants must also possess interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to a diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform various non-technical tasks.
• Knowledge of school district operations and food safety.
• Ability to lift and handle kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist head cook in meal preparation.
• Serve meals and clean kitchen equipment.
• Ensure proper nutritional value is maintained.

Skills

Flexibility

Compassionate demeanor

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Standard kitchen equipment

Office equipment

Job description

Substitute Food Service Worker

Bennington Public Schools - Bennington, Nebraska

Job ID: 4160527

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jan 01, 2024 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

BENNINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

JOB TITLE: Substitute Food Service Worker

Requirements

• Education Level: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification: None required.
• Experience Desired: Previous experience working in food service preferred but not required.
• Other Requirements: Applicant must be flexible, compassionate and willing to help.

Performance Responsibilities

• Assist head cook in preparation of meals for school food service program by using appropriate HAACP methods and following standardized recipes.
• Substitute duties include serving meals, general kitchen and equipment cleaning, dish room, mopping, stocking and inventory.
• Follow portioning guidelines as well as recipe instructions to ensure proper nutritional value is served during the meal.
• Proper use of food service equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrate acceptable interpersonal skills and relations with co-workers, staff, students and the general public.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements; Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Skills are required to perform multiple, non-technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include operating standard kitchen and office equipment including pertinent software applications; preparing and serving meals; completing temperature logs and production records accurately and efficiently; working effectively under strict timelines.

Knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes school district operations and philosophy; concepts of food safety and sanitation; time management; ability to exercise independent judgment.

Ability is required to routinely bend, lift and use basic job‑related equipment. Manual dexterity to handle knives and other kitchen equipment such as slicers, mixers, choppers and scales. Flexibility is required to work independently or with others in a wide variety of circumstances; operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups. In working with others, problem‑solving is required to identify issues and create action plans.

Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities; working as part of a team; working with constant and sustained interruptions; following USDA regulations, HAACP standard operation procedures and the Nebraska Food Code.

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: $15.90 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Food Service

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 11620 North 156th Street
• Bennington, Nebraska 68007
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]