Classified - Food Service Worker (7 hrs) - Milliken Park

Fremont Public Schools • Fremont, NE

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves preparing and serving a variety of goods in the school cafeteria. The work typically follows established procedures and routines, with detailed instructions provided at the beginning of tasks and for new assignments. As employees gain familiarity, they perform regular activities independently. Work is periodically checked for quality and cleanliness standards. The role includes cleaning, cutting, mixing, and cooking foods according to recipes, preparing and serving various food items, setting up serving lines, cleaning kitchen equipment, washing dishes, operating a cash register, and potentially supervising student assistants. The position requires the ability to lift and carry approximately 25 lbs and perform related duties.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED, or any equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the proper knowledge, skills, and abilities
• Some knowledge of the requirements of preparing food for large groups
• Some knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of cooking and food preparation
• Ability to cook and prepare standard food items
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and to read, understand, and prepare recipes
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, faculty, students, and associates
• Skill in the operation of standard cooking and food preparation equipment
• Ability to lift and carry approximately 25 lbs.
• Visual and auditory acuity for work functions, and skills in human relations.
• Ability to use kitchen utensils, kitchen equipment, cash register, and all other pieces of equipment associated with a kitchen.

Nice To Haves

• First Aid/CPR certificate desired
• Some experience in the preparation of food and/or as a cashier

Responsibilities

• Clean, cut, grind, mix, and cook foods following established recipes.
• Prepare and serve a variety of vegetables, meats, desserts, and other food items.
• Set up serving line and salad bar, and serve food items to students, faculty, and staff.
• Clean kitchen and kitchen equipment, put away food stuffs, and assemble items needed as ingredients.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment.
• Operate cash register, accept payment and make change, count and record receipts, and deliver cash for deposit.
• May supervise student assistants.
• Ability to lift and carry approximately 25 lbs.
• Perform related work as required.

Benefits

• State Retirement Pension Plan Membership
• Paid Sick, Bereavement, Civic, and Personal Leave provided
• Paid, employee-only dental insurance provided upon enrollment
• Health insurance eligible - monthly premium rate based on hours per day and compensation rate.
• If employee declines, a $100/month stipend is provided in lieu of the health insurance coverage
• Eligible for other benefits including vision insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, short term disability insurance, accident insurance, and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED