Food Service - Propel Northside School

Propel Schools • Pittsburgh, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Propel seeks a motivated Food Service worker for Propel Northside School in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The Food Service Cook is responsible for the timely assembly, final preparation, and service of nutritionally appropriate and attractive meals, while practicing appropriate food handling techniques and food safety procedures. The position works 200 days per school year, from 7:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., and pays $15 per hour. The Food Service Cook reports to the Director of Food Services.

Propel Schools is a charter school organization with 13 schools throughout Allegheny County. Its stated purpose is to transform public education so all children have access to high-performing public schools. This job description may not include every required activity or responsibility; duties may change or be assigned at any time.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or one year of experience in lieu of a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to use food service equipment.
• Ability to accurately count and perform basic mathematical functions.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions to complete food service duties.
• Basic knowledge of computer software.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• TB test.
• Act 34 Criminal Clearance.
• Act 114 FBI Clearance.
• Act 151 Child Abuse Clearance.
• Mandated Reporter Training.
• Act 168 Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure.
• Act 24 Arrest and Conviction Disclosure.

Nice To Haves

• Prior food service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately register sales and maintain security of monies in and around cash registers.
• Notify a supervisor or manager immediately of portion discrepancies.
• Perform routine temperature and sanitization assessments in accordance with department procedures and health department guidelines.
• Sweep and sanitize the cafeteria, kitchen, appliances, oven, countertops, carts, and tables; sanitize work areas according to department procedures and health department guidelines.
• Properly prepare fresh fruits and vegetables.
• Maintain food safety and quality while using proper food handling techniques.
• Accept, process, and prepare field trip orders.
• Receive, check, and stock delivery inventory.
• Track, record, and report student count summaries and production reports.
• Run daily sales and activity reports.
• Consistently follow hand hygiene and infection-control procedures when interacting with customers.
• Provide excellent customer service consistently.
• Drop cash deposits at the bank weekly.
• Comply with all school and department policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Relocation allowance for new hires moving to the area from 60 miles away or farther.
• Medical, dental, and vision plan options at a low cost for individual employees and families.
• 403(b) retirement plan; Propel contributes 5% automatically and matches up to 4%, with the contribution increasing after five years.
• Two paid Wellness Days annually.
• Five sick days and 10 Personal Days for Food Service Workers.
• Vacation accrual of 3.332 hours per pay period.
• Tuition assistance reimbursement of up to $3,000 annually for eligible coursework after course completion and receipt of grades.
• Wellness reimbursement of $20 per month for eligible activities, including gym memberships and health programs.
• Opportunity to earn up to $300 annually for participation in a Wellness Program.

What This Job Offers

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