Dishmachine Operator Part Time [Starts at $18/hr]

Omaha Public Schools•Omaha, NE

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Primary responsibilities include the safe operation of the dishmachine. Assists with the preparation and serving of quality meals to students and staff, cleaning and sanitation of equipment, rotating food stock and supplies, and providing superior customer service.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Ability to apply basic arithmetic calculations using units of American money, weight measurements, volume, and distance.
Skill in safe food handling.
Skill in customer relations and service recovery.
Must demonstrate excellent attendance and work record.
Practical working knowledge of food safety practices and procedures.
Ability to maintain current Douglas County Food Handler’s Certification.
Sensitivity and ability to interact with students, co-workers, teachers, administrators, other staff, and parents of other cultures and backgrounds.
Excellent organizational skills, demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects with strong attention to detail.
The skills pertinent to positive human relationships and the ability to work effectively with all staff, students, parents, administrators and the community.
Knowledge of OPS’s mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them.
Assist with the cleanliness and sanitation of all large and small equipment, serving utensils, and all areas of the kitchen.
Assist with the completion of daily tasks in a timely manner.
Willingness to travel to other schools when requested.
Must be able to respond rapidly in emergency situations.
Must have organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to lift, move and reposition objects and materials-frequently exerting force equal to lifting fifty (50) pounds.
Must always comply with OPS’s guidelines for equipment use.
Employee Punctuality and Appearance: For departments and/or schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave. Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee’s supervisor or building administrator. All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of Omaha Public Schools and is appropriate for their position.
Obtaining and providing verification of all licenses, certificates, and other requirements for your position (e.g., Paraprofessionals obtaining “Highly Qualified status,” etc.), as identified.
A thorough background check which demonstrates to OPS that background is acceptable for the position sought and working with or around students.
Verification of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.
Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (if required for position offered).
Successful completion of a tuberculosis skin test (if required for position offered).
Successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination to determine ability to safely and effectively perform the essential functions of the position.

Nice To Haves

Previous food service experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

Overall supervision and production coordination of the areas assigned.
Setting work schedules to assure task completion at designated times.
Estimates the time required to complete job-related tasks, and plans accordingly.
Performs repetitive activities for prolonged periods of time.
Knowledge of the variety of cleaning supplies.
Maintains clean and safe area around the dishmachine.
Monitors dishmachine temperature and soap dispensing equipment for accuracy.
Disassembles and cleans dishmachine daily, and performs weekly deliming.
Serves as a positive role model.
Assist with the preparation, service, and storage of food.
Supports service excellence initiatives with proactive efforts in service.
Follows approved cafeteria menu preparation and service protocols within approved timeline.
Trains in all stations within the kitchen to cross cover as needed.
Promotes improvement in customer service by providing appealing food and excellent customer service.
Participates in financial management process by carefully monitoring portion control, proper pricing, and safe storage of supplies and food.
Working with and understanding a diverse student population.
Ability to recognize a “reimbursable” meal.
Must follow and maintain required food safety, cleaning and sanitation procedures.
Follow Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) procedures.
Must practice good hygiene habits.
Demonstrate proficiency of the English language to read and communicate with others.
Demonstrate proficiency of basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals) ), as well as counting money.
Ability to operate food service equipment in a safe manner.
Ability to receive and verbal information as well as respond to nonverbal sounds.
Successful completion of the Douglas County Food Handlers Certification, within the first 30 days of employment, scoring 80% or above, before attending the kitchen training class.
Ability to maintain current Douglas County Food Handler’s Certification.
Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.