Kitchen Staff Substitute

Opaa!•Centralia, MO
•Onsite

About The Position

Able to perform the essential functions of kitchen staff positions on an as-needed basis. Opaa! Food Management, Inc. operates across 10 states. Our pay rates vary depending on state and position. Please apply, and a Hiring Manager will discuss pay with you in more detail.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED, preferred; or up to one month related experience, training or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
  • Ability to write simple correspondence.
  • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients and other employees of the organization.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, commons fractions and decimals.
  • Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
  • Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
  • Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with set-up of serving lines daily and make sure that all food is held at the required temperature. Milk coolers are stocked and ready for service.
  • Assist in the preparation of foods in accordance with the menu plan and Opaa! recipes, as required. Plan and prep ahead for the next day menus.
  • Operate slicers, mixers, grinders, and other equipment with proper certification.
  • Keep work areas neat, clean, and organized.
  • Clean kitchen and cafeteria areas including equipment and dishes.
  • Keep inventory stock organized and practice First In/First Out (FIFO) procedures. Keep cooler/storage racks clean and free from debris.
  • Clean, monitor chemical usage, and maintain equipment in the dishwashing area. Remove clean dishes from the machine and store them in serving areas.
  • Requisition appropriate amounts of food and supplies through the Kitchen Manager.
  • Prepare bread, cakes, cookies, and other baked goods as required by the menu plan. Present to customers in an appealing manner.
  • Batch cooking to maintain a quality product and excellent food presentation.
  • Set up serving/bar lines and ensure all food is held at the proper temperatures. Clean and restock items as needed.
  • Serve items as needed with proper serving sizes and utensils. Quality presentation and hospitality are required.
  • Keep serving lines/condiments supplied with food items, napkins, silverware, and dishes as needed to customers.
  • Prepare foods for meal service in strict compliance with the menu plan and Opaa! recipes.
  • Convert and follow a standardized recipe to ensure a consistent, high-quality product.
  • Recognize a Reimbursable Meal and follow the Meal Pattern according to HHFKA and CACFP regulations.
  • Keep and Maintain accurate daily production records per grade group as planned.
  • Follow HACCP processes and procedures with daily, weekly, and monthly food safety logs. Record temperatures of all hot and cold food.
  • Obey safety rules as outlined in Opaa’s “Safety Procedure Manual” and exercise caution in all work activities.
  • Report any unsafe working conditions to the appropriate supervisor. Participates in the safety incentive program.
  • Participate in the “Daily Dish”.
  • Attend all required meetings and in-services. Complete the required yearly continued training hours according to HHFKA.
  • Demonstrate and promote Opaa!’s Core Values of “Always Act in the Best Interest of the Students, Schools, and Communities We Serve”, “Be Honest”, “Have a Passion to Serve Others”, and “Commit to Continuous Improvement”.
  • Maintain strict compliance with the Opaa! Food Management, Inc. Timekeeping Policy
  • Handle customer monies at service time, as required. Make change as well as run a cash register or computer. Require that only reimbursable meals are allowed through the POS system.
  • Complete necessary paperwork, tray counts and meal reconciliation tasks on a daily basis.
  • Submit all hours worked by clocking in and out in ADP or by submitting an edit sheet for any missing time
  • Notify DNS 24 hours in advance of inability to cover an assigned shift. In the event of an emergency, notify the DNS as soon as it is administratively feasible.
  • Other duties as assigned.
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