Dulaney High School Lead Production Worker (Cook).0872

BCPS • Cockeysville, MD

5d • $16 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Prepares a variety of menu items using standardized recipes. Responsible for the daily production of entrees, sauces, gravies, and vegetables. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or appropriate equivalent required.
• One (1) year experience in the field of food service.
• Certified Food Service Manager-Level I certification (If candidate does not possess at the time of hire they must obtain within 90 days of hire into this classification).
• Required license and certification must be maintained throughout employment in this position or any other that requires these certifications.
• Basic knowledge of School Nutrition and Accountability Program point-of-sale systems.
• Knowledge of food preparation, service, and storage.
• Knowledge of appropriate sanitation and safety standards.
• Skill in reading and interpreting recipes and determining appropriate quantities to prepare and serve.
• Ability to use food service equipment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to direct the work of others.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Duties require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, the ability to bend and kneel on a regular basis, and the ability to stand for three (3) hours or more consecutively.
• Also requires the ability to withstand extreme temperatures of hot and cold.
• Annual completion of continuing education/training in accordance with the U.S. Department of Agriculture Professional Standards for school nutrition employees.

Nice To Haves

• Commercial cooking experience preferred.
• BCPS food service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the daily production of entrees, sauces, gravies, vegetables.
• Coordinates preparing multiple food items at once.
• Prepares a variety of menu items using standardized recipes.
• Ability to increase/decrease quantity as needed.
• Batch cooking techniques followed.
• Sets up serving lines/steam tables.
• Operates all food service equipment, such as:range, oven, steamer, kettle, food processor, and slicer.
• Stores food and supplies according to procedures.
• Adheres to Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) procedure, e.g., temperature control of food products during preparation, service, holding, and transporting.
• Uses established production records and takes initiative to minimize leftovers and reduce waste.
• Cleans and sanitizes daily and adheres to all sanitation standards.
• Adheres to all sanitation procedures for the production area.
• Responsible for overall food quality of products served.
• Assists manager in directing and instructing kitchen personnel.
• Assists in placing food orders that may include, dairy, bakery, produce, ice cream, and snacks.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans.
• Other benefits include sick, paid holidays, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves.
• All new hires will attend a benefits and retirement orientation upon hire.
• Eligible for the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System.

What This Job Offers

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