Food Service Worker II - Cherokee - 0.469 FTE - 26-27 SY

Madison Metropolitan School District•Madison, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Madison Metropolitan School District (MMSD) is the second-largest school district in Wisconsin, serving over 25,000 students from diverse backgrounds. MMSD is committed to being anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive, with a vision to ensure every student graduates ready for college, career, and community. This position supports that vision by assisting with the preparation, packaging, and distribution of school meals, and promoting a positive lunchroom experience for students. The role aligns with the MMSD's 10-month Academic Calendar, offering summers off.

Requirements

Completion of online Food Safety and Sanitation Program before probation is completed.
Three months of cashiering, customer service, or other related experience.
Six months of food service experience.
Experience working cross-culturally and/or commitment to work toward one's own cultural competence (i.e., valuing difference/diversity, recognizing personal limitations in one's skills and expertise, and having the desire to learn in these areas).
Positive attitude toward being part of a team effort to make the lunchroom a pleasant experience for students and co-workers.
Must be able to report to work on time and ready to work as scheduled.
Ability and skill in the use and operation of a personal computer.
Ability to count money accurately.
Ability to deal effectively with diverse district personnel, students, and the community.
Ability to ensure timely heating and serving of meals.
Ability to read and follow written and verbal directions and maintain records.
Ability to operate a cash register and handle money.
Ability to recognize and identify degrees of similarities or differences between characteristics of colors, shapes, sounds, odors and textures associated with job-related objects, materials and tasks.
Ability to sustain prolonged visual concentration.
Ability to operate a variety of office and facilities food production industrial equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, large scale food production mixers, ovens, conveyor belt, packaging equipment machinery, refrigeration, and freezer units.
Knowledge of basic mathematical functions - addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Nice To Haves

ServSafe Certification
High school diploma or GED equivalent

Responsibilities

Follow all USDA/DPI and MMSD rules, regulations, and standard operating procedures.
Comply with standards of sanitation and safety in all phases of the school food service program in accordance with all local and state health regulations.
Collect cash and report meals from students and adults, including computer operation in variable operations such as school cafeteria or mobile food cart.
Distribute food in proper portions.
Clean tables, kitchen equipment, and general food service area.
Help with accurate preparation of meals to ensure the highest quality food preparation and high standard of food safety.
Dress appropriately per Employee Handbook.
Respond timely to all communications received (e.g., email, voice message).
Perform other related duties as assigned.