Job description
Definition
Cooks and serves food to students in portions to meet the mandated USDA guidelines.
Typical Duties
- Prepares a large volume of a variety of foods for students at school sites as specified by the menus, recipes, and production records.
- Arranges food and beverage items for the purpose of serving them to students and staff in an efficient manner.
- Assists in receiving and storing foods, condiments, and supplies to maintain adequate quantities and item security.
- Assists in clean-up of serving counters, salad bar, milk cooler and cashier areas.
- Sets up and merchandises food and food service areas and serves food.
- Utilizes kitchenware such as, but not limited to, spatulas, tongs, spoons, and ladles.
- Assists in the monitoring, reduction, and management of food waste.
- Clean and sanitize pots, pans, and kitchen utensils.
- Performs daily, weekly, and monthly deep cleaning of the service areas and transportation equipment.
- Disposes of waste according to the Food Services Operating Procedures, OSHA, the State and procedures.
- Assists in taking inventory.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $17.00 per hour
Qualifications
- Experience in the school enviorment food service industry
- Knowledge of food safety regulations and procedures
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Certification in food handling or ServSafe
- Experience in menu planning and meal preparation
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour
Work Location: In person