Cafe Aide

Grow Public Schools • Shafter, CA

1d • $17 - $19

About The Position

This is a kitchen staff position. Under the supervision of the Executive Chef, Sous Chef, and Cafe Leads, the Cafe Aide performs a variety of duties related to food preparation, service and general maintenance in the kitchen and dining area.

Requirements

• Ability to read and follow all food safety and physical safety rules
• strong communication skills especially when interacting with scholars
• Exceptional personal hygiene
• Ability to lift, bend, stoop and carry heavy trays and packages of food and supplies
• Ability to stand, stoop, reach, and bend. Mobility of arms to reach, dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate large and small objects
• Ability to stand for long periods and walk long distances
• Ability to lift, push and/or pull objects (up to approximately 50 pounds unassisted and up to approximately 100 pounds assisted)
• Ability to read small print
• Ability to work with and in the proximity of equipment with moving mechanical parts
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment
• Ability to work around loud noise
• Demonstrated skill and experience in the preparation and serving of food, especially in an elementary school setting
• Must have or be willing to obtain a Serve Safe Food Handler’s certification.

Responsibilities

• Washes dishes; cleans and scrubs pots and pans
• Cleans and sets up trays
• Empties trash, recycling, and compost daily
• Sweeps and mops floors in kitchen and dining area
• Maintains clean serving areas and sets up cafeteria for timely service
• Sets up tray line by arranging food
• Assists the chef in the preparation of meals as needed
• Peels, slices, cores, and dices vegetables and fruits by hand or using such mechanical equipment as automatic peelers, slicers and dicers
• Pours salad dressings and condiments
• Assists in stocking shelves, receiving and storing orders
• Properly packs, labels, and stores leftover food
• Follows state and federal regulations regarding food handling, serving, and cleanliness
• Serves meals throughout lunch period

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed