Food Service Helper - SANY Charter School - 10 Months/25 Hours

RCSD•Rochester, NY

About The Position

This is an entry-level food service position involving simple, routine manual work preparing and serving food in a cafeteria or other dining area. The employee also cleans kitchen equipment, utensils, and reusable eating utensils, glassware, and china. Work is performed under the direct and close supervision of a higher-ranking food service employee. Supervising others is not a responsibility of this position. Related work may also be required. The role includes preparing ingredients and produce, portioning and garnishing foods, setting up and serving cafeteria food lines, cleaning and sanitizing kitchen and dining areas, and operating kitchen appliances and equipment. The employee may also advise students about balanced meals and serve as cashier on the student and faculty food service line. There are no education or experience qualifications for this position. Appointment to a school district or BOCES position designated as involving direct contact with students requires employment clearance from the State Education Department under Chapter 180 of the Laws of 2000 and the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education. The listed salary is $16.25–$17.77 per hour.

Requirements

Ability to follow simple oral and written directions.
Ability to prepare and serve food with proper regard for sanitary principles.
Ability to receive and make correct change.
Ability to deal effectively with students, faculty, and other diners.
Willingness to perform routine, low-skill work.
Dependability.
Health commensurate with the demands of the position.
For appointment to a school district or BOCES position designated as involving direct contact with students, State Education Department employment clearance is required.
No education or experience qualifications are required.

Responsibilities

Prepare ingredients for salads, sandwiches, and cold plates.
Portion and garnish desserts, salads, and fruits for serving.
Trim, wash, and prepare vegetables.
Set up serving lines with condiments, hot and cold foods, and table service items.
Serve food from a steam table or food line in a cafeteria-style operation.
Wash and sanitize pots, pans, and utensils.
Clean and dry silverware, china, and glassware.
Fill sugar bowls, salt and pepper shakers, napkin holders, and holders for utensils and straws.
Clear dirty dishes and trays from dining tables when lunchroom aides are absent.
Wash and sanitize dining room tables, chairs, and trays when lunchroom aides are absent.
Operate kitchen appliances and equipment.
Advise students about well-balanced meals.
Clean kitchen and dining room areas.
Serve as cashier on the student and faculty food service line.
Perform other related activities as required.