Cook (full-time) - Webster Elementary

Urbandale Community School District•Urbandale, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

To assist in administering effective and nutrition services programming for Urbandale Community School District. Please review the UCSD Actions of Excellence to gain an understanding of the expectations for UCSD employees.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
6 hours training within first year covering: Nutrition, Food Safety/Sanitation and School Nutrition Orientation.
ServSafe Certification - Required within one year of hire or when training is available to staff.
Knowledge of quantity food preparation and techniques for preserving nutritional value.
Knowledge of food service regulation and sanitary codes governing food service operations.
Knowledge of work safety.
Knowledge of security and emergency procedures.
Manual dexterity in handling of all equipment.
Physically fit with the ability to lift 50 pounds regularly.
Ability to stand and walk 90% of the workday.
Flexibility to acclimate to drastic changes in environment (i.e., hot in kitchen, cold in freezer, etc.).
Ability to work in a kitchen atmosphere, sometimes noisy and may be exposed to food allergens.
Ability to operate all equipment.
Flexibility to handle peak rush periods.
Ability to see needs of the total operation and assist in critical areas.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram or schedule forms.
Must be able to read, write and communicate in English.
Knowledge of computers.
Knowledge of record keeping and strong mathematical skills.
Strong customer service skills.
Ability to meet and work with people in a pleasant manner.
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
4-6 hours training within first year with Certification of Completion covering: Nutrition, Food Safety/Sanitation, School Nutrition Orientation.
ServSafe Certification - Required within one year of hire or when training is available to staff.
ServSafe certification must be maintained throughout employment.
Office equipments such as cell phone, multi-line phone system, fax machines, copiers, and computers.
Repetitious bending, lifting, and hand movement.
Capable of lifting 50 lbs.
Ability to work standing and moving for long periods of time.
Ability to work an irregular schedule.
Drug, tobacco, and alcohol-free while working.
Must be able to see and hear within normal limits with or without corrective lenses or hearing aids.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle used to travel between sites.

Nice To Haves

Quantity cooking experience desired.
Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HAACP) knowledge desired.
Quantity food service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Knowledge of USDA Meal Pattern Requirements and Nutrition Standards.
Knowledge and ability to perform all nutrition positions within the kitchen or work site to which assigned.
Maintain compliance with state and local health regulations.
Professionally interact with all personnel, students, building patrons, federal/state inspectors, vendors and delivery drivers.
Leads the preparation of food and ensure correct quantities are prepared for kitchen and satellite kitchens.
Ensure quality food products are served.
Assist with set up and serving both breakfast and/or lunch.
Display and organize food in an attractive manner.
Correctly portions and neatly serves food items when needed.
Maintains cleanliness and neatness of work area.
Assists in handling of left-over food appropriately and in accordance with food safety guidelines.
Leads in maintaining neatness, organization and rotation of stock.
Maintain daily production records and all applicable required forms for the department.
Cleans-up kitchen and serving area, includes but not limited to dishes, sweeping and mopping.
Report to the Production Kitchen Manager and/or Director of Nutrition Services all relevant matters.
Valid driver’s license and able to drive a car or provide transportation suitable to accommodate responsibilities.
Attend meetings and maintain professional growth through workshops, professional organizations, in-service programs and/or professional materials.
Conduct all responsibilities with a high level of motivation, team orientation and professionalism.
Maintain a reliable attendance record.
Maintain confidentiality.
Other duties as assigned.