Worker, Food and Nutrition Services

The School District of Lee County; Estero (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

The School District of Lee County Pinewoods Elementary - Estero, Florida is seeking a Worker in Food and Nutrition Services. The role supports meal preparation and serving, maintains kitchen cleanliness, and handles cash transactions in a school setting.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid Food Handler Certification (or ability to obtain within the first year). Preference given to applicants with 1 year of institutional food service experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Food Handler Certification or the ability to obtain within the first year of employment.
• One year of experience in commercial or institutional food service preferred.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and privacy laws related to students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a positive attitude toward all students and staff.
• Prepare or assist in the preparation of a variety of foods, following recipes and menus.
• Set up serving lines, serve meals and beverages, and monitor portion controls.
• Store foods and supplies; assist in inventories.
• Handle money and tickets; record transactions and maintain accountability of sales.
• Wash and sanitize dishes; clean work areas and equipment; dispose of wastes properly.
• Operate and clean kitchen equipment; keep area orderly and safe.
• Assist new staff or volunteers and attend required trainings.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Mathematical skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Food Handler Certification

Tools

Cash register operation

District electronic systems

Job description

Worker, Food and Nutrition Services

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Job Details

Job ID: 5981485

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: To Be Determined

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

S02, $16.43, 6 hours, 190 days

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Food Service

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 2855 Colonial Blvd
• Fort Myers, Florida 33966
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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