Custodian (9:00 AM-11:00 AM)/SN Assistant (11:30 AM-4:30 PM) - 10 months at St. Stephens Elementary

Catawba County Schools•Newton, NC

20h•Onsite

About The Position

This position combines custodial work at St. Stephens Elementary with cafeteria assistant duties. The listed schedule is 9:00 AM–11:00 AM for Custodian and 11:30 AM–4:30 PM for Cafeteria Assistant, for 10 months. Under general supervision, the cafeteria portion involves food preparation and service, cashiering and cash-handling, clerical and recordkeeping tasks, inventory and storage support, and cleaning and sanitation. The custodian portion involves cleaning and maintaining school buildings and grounds, performing minor routine maintenance, and supporting building operations and school events. The cafeteria assistant follows instructions from the Cafeteria Manager, prepares meals and special-diet items according to standardized recipes and instructions, supports meal service, and follows food-safety and sanitation procedures. The role may include operating a computer and cash register, collecting and recording payments, maintaining financial and production records, and assisting with inventory and deliveries. The custodian performs general custodial and light groundskeeping work, including floor care, restroom cleaning, dusting, trash and recycling collection, disinfecting, and outdoor walkway and grounds upkeep. The job description also includes duties from a bus driver position, but does not indicate that bus driving is part of this specific combined role.

Requirements

High school graduation is preferred; the description also identifies a high school equivalent as preferred in its minimum qualifications.
One year of food-service experience is listed in the minimum qualifications, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Two years of cash-collection experience and institutional food-preparation experience are listed in the training and experience section, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Ability to read simple forms, follow written and oral instructions, complete forms and records accurately, and communicate effectively in standard English.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic, use a computer, and coordinate hands and eyes while using a computer.
General knowledge of standard office procedures and working knowledge of general office equipment, including AS400.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, work without supervision, exercise judgment and initiative, attend to details, and communicate politely with employees and the public.
Ability to perform light physical work, lift mail and boxes up to 10 pounds, and sit at a computer for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

High school graduation.
Experience preparing food in an institutional setting.

Responsibilities

Prepare, cook, reheat, assemble, and serve meals and food items, including meals for special diets, according to recipes and instructions.
Restock and maintain serving lines, warming cabinets, condiments, paper products, beverages, and other food-service items during meal service.
Follow food-safety, sanitation, hygiene, and workplace safety procedures, including TPHC and HACCP practices and the use of required personal protective equipment.
Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, sinks, containers, and work areas; maintain sanitizer levels and clean dining-area tables, chairs, and benches as assigned.
Operate a cash register or kiosk and follow cash-handling procedures; collect, count, and record meal payments and maintain accurate student meal-charge records.
Maintain daily and monthly financial, production, cashier, temperature, and activity records; complete assigned reports and food production records.
Support Free and Reduced meal rosters and application screening as directed by the manager.
Assist with food storage, organization, dating, labeling, wrapping, leftovers, deliveries, and monthly inventory; put away food deliveries weighing 50 pounds or less.
Assist the manager with deposits and, in the manager’s absence, may deliver or secure a bank deposit.
Sweep, mop, vacuum, shampoo, strip, wax, and buff floors; clean restrooms and replenish paper and soap supplies.
Clean windows, walls, woodwork, blinds, light fixtures, desks, furniture, and high-touch areas; empty trash and place recyclable materials in proper containers.
Inspect buildings and heating systems for safety or maintenance issues and perform minor or routine maintenance on appliances and equipment as abilities allow.
Sweep sidewalks and walkways, police grounds, pick up debris, and shovel snow or apply de-icing compounds when needed.
Open or secure buildings, operate lights and adjust heating or air conditioning as appropriate, arrange furniture for events, and move furniture, equipment, and supplies.
Attend food-service workshops or training as directed and perform other related duties assigned by the Cafeteria Manager, Area Supervisor, or supervisor.