Food Service Assistant Part-Time

Peoria Unified School District • Peoria, AZ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Food Services Assistant performs a variety of food service and related tasks in the preparation and serving of food, cleanup, and operation of a school cafeteria. The role supports food preparation and cafeteria service, maintains clean and sanitary work areas, and assists students and other cafeteria users. The position is for a nine-month term at Desert Harbor Elementary in Peoria, Arizona, and reports to the Kitchen Manager.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and six months of relevant food service or closely related experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and/or education.
• Knowledge of applicable Federal, state, county, and city statutes, rules, regulations, ordinances, and codes, as well as PUSD policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of customer service principles.
• Ability to read, interpret, understand, 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.
• Must possess or obtain an Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card and pass a background clearance check.
• Must obtain a State of Arizona Food Handlers Permit within one month of employment and maintain it.
• May be required to work outside normal working hours.
• May be required to lift and/or carry supplies, materials, equipment, and other items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform food preparation tasks, including cutting, chopping, measuring, and preparing foods 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 others with food preparation, service, cleanup, and kitchen and 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