Worker, Food and Nutrition Services

TrulyHired; Cape Coral (FL); On-site; USD 18,673 - 26,594; Full time

Job summary

TrulyHired is seeking a School District Food Service Worker in Florida. You will prepare and serve meals, set up serving lines, handle cash transactions, and maintain clean, organized work areas in a fast-paced environment.

Minimum qualifications include a High School diploma or equivalent and a valid Food Handler Certification (or ability to obtain within the first year). Preferred: 1 year of experience in commercial or institutional food service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Food Handler Certification or ability to obtain within first year.
• 1 year of experience in commercial or institutional food service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a positive attitude toward all students and staff.
• Prepare or assist in the preparation of a variety of foods following recipes and portion controls.
• Set up food serving lines and serve meals, components, and beverages.
• Store food and supplies; assist in inventories.
• Accept and count money, tickets, or tokens; record transactions; maintain sales accountability.
• Wash, sanitize, and store dishes; keep counters, tables, and floors clean.
• Operate and clean kitchen equipment; ensure safety and sanitation at all times.
• Comply with all Food and Nutrition Services program requirements and trainings.
• Assist new staff or volunteers in familiarizing with assignments.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Mathematical skills

Cash handling

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Food Handler Certification

Job description

Job Description

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Food Handler Certification or the ability to obtain within the first year of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience in commercial or institutional food service.

Relevant work experience or education may be substituted to satisfy minimum qualifications.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills; organizational and management skills; mathematical skills.
• Manual dexterity skills to shred, chop, assemble, and mix food items.
• Record keeping and cash registration skills.
• Basic computer skills and/or the ability to be trained in basic computer skills to operate District electronic systems.
• Knowledge of general policies and procedures for the functional area of assignment.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and other laws/regulations related to student and employee privacy, public information, and records retention.
• Knowledge of and experience with industry-standard equipment, materials, practices, computers, and applications.
• Ability to professionally and effectively respond to customer needs and requests for service or assistance.

Revised: 6/13/23

Responsibilities

• Maintain a positive attitude toward all students and staff.
• Prepare or assist in the preparation of a variety of foods, following standardized recipes and menus, price schedules, and portion controls in accordance with work production standards.
• Set up food serving lines and/or steam tables and serve meals, meal components, and beverages.
• Store food and supplies as directed; assist in taking inventories.
• Accept and count money, tickets, or tokens for food and beverages served; record transactions; and maintain accountability of sales.
• Wash, sanitize, and store dishes and utensils; scrub and sanitize counters and tables; mop floors; and dispose of wastes properly.
• Operate and clean all kitchen equipment.
• Keep work area clean and orderly.
• Follow safety and sanitation rules at all times when handling food and using equipment.
• Adhere to safety regulations/guidelines.
• May assist new Food and Nutrition Services employees, student employees, or volunteers in becoming familiar with their assignments.
• Comply with all requirements of the local, state, and federal Food and Nutrition Services programs, including attendance at all District food service trainings.

Revised: 6/13/23

Additional Job Information

Custodian: S02, $16.43, 6 Hours, 190 days. Compensation may increase based on relevant education and experience.