Food Service Assistant Part-Time

Peoria Unified School District • Glendale, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Food Services Assistant performs a variety of food service tasks in a school cafeteria, including preparing and serving food, cleaning, and supporting cafeteria operations. The role is at Canyon Elementary in Glendale, Arizona, reports to the Kitchen Manager, and is a 9-month position.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and six months of relevant food service or closely related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Possess or obtain an Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Pass a background clearance check.
• Obtain a State of Arizona Food Handlers Permit within one month of employment and maintain it.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, codes, and PUSD policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of customer service principles.
• Ability to interpret and apply relevant laws, regulations, codes, and PUSD policies and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, vendors, students, parents, the public, and others doing business with the school district.
• Skill in operating a personal computer and a variety of software applications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food by cutting, chopping, measuring, and handling food products and related items.
• Carry food trays to the serving line, monitor remaining food, and retrieve, refill, and return trays as needed.
• Set up tables and eating areas.
• Greet students and other cafeteria users and provide information or assistance.
• Clean and sanitize the kitchen, utensils, floors, workstations, tables, and other cafeteria areas.
• Provide backup and assistance to coworkers with food preparation, serving, cleanup, and kitchen or cafeteria maintenance.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

What This Job Offers

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