Food Service Specialist

Texas State Technical College•Waco, TX

About The Position

A Food Service Specialist is responsible for assisting with the operation of a food preparation and service unit by performing a variety of duties such as operating a cash register, serving customers, stocking supplies, cleaning food preparation and serving areas, filling vending machines or washing pots, pans and dishes; assists a Coordinator with the preparation of meals by mixing beverages, chopping and slicing vegetables/meats, preparing salad items and dressings, making and wrapping sandwiches or filling juice containers; sets up the steam table and prepares all grilled items; cooks all items that are prepared to order; does related work as required. Work requires adherence to sanitary standards and substantial lifting and reaching. Working conditions include a very warm environment, standing for extended periods and potential exposure to body fluids. Positions may require the ability to work varied shifts.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent is required.
Six months of experience as a cashier and/or food preparer in the food service industry is required.
A current Texas Food Handlers Card must obtained within the first week of employment and can be obtained while on the job.
6 months of commercial and institutional cooking experience, Point or Sale or other Cash Register experience, Food Service experience preferred but not required.
Demonstrated ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Cash Register procedures, counting money correctly, stocking of products, ability to learn policy and procedures, reconciliation paperwork.
Knowledge of the purpose and safe operation of equipment used in the kitchen
Knowledge of safety and sanitary requirements of a food service operation
ability to prepare tasteful, visually appealing foods
ability to follow food service procedures
Ability to work efficiently and adhere to deadlines
Ability to set up food in an appealing manner
ability to follow food portioning guidelines
Ability to make correct change and count money accurately for the till
ability to remember prices of food items
ability to understand and follow health regulations for safety and sanitation
Ability to deal with customers in a pleasant, courteous and helpful manner.
High level of commitment to customer service and teamwork
Proficient use of personal computer and software applicable to the work
Ability to operate the following: cash register, coffee urn, juice dispensers, grill, pot washer, slicer, chopper, knives, deep fryer, sandwich wrapper and other kitchen utensils or equipment
ability to lift and carry sacks or boxes weighing up to 50 pounds
ability to work' around hot equipment and in a warm environment
Ability to stand for extended periods, work irregular hours, varied shifts and/or occasional weekends
Ability to drive as required by the position

Nice To Haves

Experience in a large institutional setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides a variety of customer related duties including greeting customers, posting the daily menu, operation of cash registers, opening cash registers for the day by verifying amount of money in the bank and making change; closes out cash register by counting cash in till.
Prepares sandwiches and salads; cleans and wraps baked potatoes; chops and slices fruits, vegetables and meats for soups, salads or sandwiches; makes salad dressings; bakes cookies; cuts pies and cakes; serves prepared items.
Assists on cafeteria line by serving entrees, vegetables, weighing sandwiches, refilling and restocking items and keeping area clean; sets up and takes down food line.
Takes customer orders and prepares grilled and cooked-to-order items; cleans grill, deep fryers, condiment and steam tables, salad/soup bars and juice/pie cases; keeps work areas orderly and clean; replenishes pastry items; replenishes work area freezer with food items; stocks work area refrigerator with food items necessary for the line.
Other duties as assigned.

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