Food Service Specialist
Pay Range
Pay Range: $18.38 to $21.61 FY 26 non-union
As a Food Service Specialist, you will assist the Kitchen Manager in providing healthy and nutritious school lunches that meet all state and federal requirements for approved school lunch and à la carte menu offerings. This is a 3-hour per day, school-year position.
Reports To
Food Service Manager
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Sanitation certification required
- Minimum two years of food service experience
- Strong organizational skills and ability to meet job demands
- Valid DOE fingerprinting certification required
- Commitment to providing healthy and nutritious meals to students
Responsibilities
Operational Excellence
- Maintain high standards of safety, cleanliness, and sanitation in the kitchen
- Follow district and school policies, schedules, and operational procedures
- Prepare food according to planned menus and standardized recipes
- Ensure food quality in flavor, appearance, and presentation before service
- Record food requisitions and maintain accurate meal counts
- Maintain monthly inventory of food and supplies
- Verify and sign invoices upon delivery confirmation
Collaboration
- Build positive relationships with students, staff, families, and the community
- Collaborate with stakeholders to support high-quality food service operations
- Order supplies weekly through the Kitchen Manager
- Report food quality issues or concerns to the Kitchen Manager
- Report kitchen or cafeteria issues immediately to the Kitchen Manager
- Participate in daily cleaning and sanitizing of kitchen equipment and utensils
- Support special meal functions as needed
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or Food Services Director
Key Competencies
- Attention to detail: Maintains accuracy and quality in all tasks
- Team player: Works collaboratively and supports colleagues
- Critical judgment: Uses sound decision-making to resolve issues
- Process adherence: Follows established procedures and systems
- Follow-through: Completes tasks accurately and on time
- Calm under pressure: Maintains focus in fast-paced environments
- Respect for diversity: Values inclusion and diverse perspectives
Additional Information
RSU 21 provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), unless doing so would create undue hardship.
Terms of Employment
School year position. Salary is established by the Board of School Directors.
Evaluation
Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the Board’s policy on evaluation of support services personnel.
Revised Date: July 14, 2022
Approved by Superintendent: July 14, 2022
