Food Service Assistant - Districtwide (185 Days)

Dallas Independent School District•Dallas, TX

About The Position

To support the Food & Child Nutrition Services (FCNS) Department by performing meal preparation, service, cashier and cleaning duties at the school campus. Adhere to high level of safety and sanitation standards.

Requirements

Must be able to read, write and comprehend the English language to perform functions
Approved City of Dallas Safety and Sanitation Certification
Knowledge of methods, material, equipment and appliances used in food preparation
Effective planning and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Accredited Senior High School Diploma or valid equivalent (USA equivalency) preferred
Six months food service experience preferred

Responsibilities

Assist and prepare food and beverage for breakfast, lunch, supper and other programs according to standardized recipes and guidelines to serve students and staff in a safe and efficient manner
Complete pre-preparation of meals according to the department's standardized recipes; check and report the availability of food and supplies to Cafeteria Supervisor in advance of food preparation
Properly use and maintain equipment in the preparation and service of meals, reporting malfunctions promptly to Cafeteria Supervisor
Perform cashier, dish washing and meal serving duties as instructed by Cafeteria Supervisor. Keep count of meals served, monies collected and record temperature of food, refrigeration and freezer equipment, as directed
Comply with sanitation standards as established by the City Health Department and FCNS
Assist with proper storage of food and supplies as instructed by Cafeteria Supervisor
Set-up, monitor and replenish serving stations, as required
Serve meals to customers as directed by Cafeteria Supervisor ensuring correct portion sizes, meal requirements and time standards as established by department
Read labels and use appropriate chemicals to clean and sanitize equipment, work area and utensils
Clean cafeteria and/or kitchen area which include wiping down tables, pick up trash, sweeping and mopping floor, cleaning equipment, putting trash cans in proper location and putting up cafeteria seating
Routinely lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. unassisted and up to 50 lbs. with assistance
Attend training(s) as scheduled
Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned
All federally funded incumbents of this position must comply with time and effort reporting requirements through personnel activity reports or periodic certification, as appropriate