Food Service - 4 Hour (JHS)
About The Position
The Food Service Helper assists in the preparation and service of quality food to students in a quick and pleasant manner and assists in the collection of funds for meals to deposit. This role supports the mission and values of Joplin Schools by ensuring students receive quality meals and by maintaining a professional and courteous demeanor in all interactions. The position requires adherence to all applicable policies, regulations, and safety rules, as well as effective communication and customer service skills. The Food Service Helper is responsible for preparing food according to planned menus and recipes, operating kitchen equipment, collecting and depositing funds, and performing other assigned duties.
Requirements
- High school diploma, or equivalent
- Regular and consistent attendance is an essential function of this position.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience with large scale production, preferred
- Completion of, or participate in, State, Department of Education, or School Food Service statewide training program or equivalent preferred
Responsibilities
- Plans the preparation of and prepares all food items
- Assists with the daily cleaning of all kitchen equipment to ensure cleanliness and sanitary conditions are met
- Reports inferior quality of food or faulty equipment to the appropriate authority
- Prepares food according to a planned menu and tested, uniform recipes, and determines if the finished product is of best quality both in flavor and appearance before it is served
- Records all food requisitions from the storeroom
- Set up and break down of serving lines (salad bar, hot food, ala carte, etc.)
- Operates ovens, pressure steamer, steam jacket kettle, tilting skillet, range slicer, chopper, mixer, dish machine, and other food preparation and clean up equipment
- Collects funds from meal participants
- Counts funds, makes change, completes related reports
- Deposits funds to account
- Carry out all other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
