Summary: Under the general direction of a supervisor and consistent with department protocols and standards, assists in the preparation and serving of quality food to students and staff in a quick and pleasant manner. Assists in the clean-up process and cooperates with others to maintain district safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards. May assist with cash handling duties.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (Other duties may be assigned)
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Follows the standards for the safe preparation, serving, and storage of foods and related equipment.
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Follows the guidelines for nutritional sources, meal components, portion size, special dietary needs, food-related allergens, and the guidelines for free and reduced meals.
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Recognizes food quality and usability. Reads labels, other information for ingredients, and specifications for food preparation.
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Using tested, uniform recipes, prepares baked items, cooked items, and other food according to a planned, approved menu. Ensures that the finished product is of best quality, both in flavor and appearance, before it is served.
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Prepares food, serves meals, and maintains kitchen and food in accordance with local and state health department rules and school standards. Observes proper safety, hygiene, and sanitation procedures in all aspects of daily duties.
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Sets up and breaks down serving lines (e.g., hot foods, salad bar, and a la carte).
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Records all food requisitions from the storeroom.
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Demonstrates the correct methods for operating all food service equipment, knife/utensil safety, and lifting techniques.
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Assists with the daily cleaning of all dishes, trays, kitchen equipment, and work areas in accordance with department standards.
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Keeps facilities picked up, hazard free, and in cooperation with others to maintain a safe environment.
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Other Duties
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Contributes to an environment that promotes wise nutrition choices. Interacts positively with students, staff, and others in offering vs. serving situations.
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May operates a cash register and/or performs other payment related tasks such as collecting tickets and money and making change.
- Remains current on job related knowledge, including but not limited to: sanitation, food borne illness, food contamination, cooking and holding temperatures (safe food handling). May attend training.
