Roving Kitchen Specialist I, Nutrition Services
About The Position
The Roving Kitchen Specialist I performs food preparation and service functions in a school environment and helps maintain clean, sanitary equipment and facilities. The position may work at various sites each day, with start and end times varying by site. Days worked vary with the school-year calendar, and this is not a full-year position. Work at school sites is assigned by the Nutrition Services Kitchen Manager. The Nutrition Resource Specialist addresses work-site and training needs. The role applies position knowledge to complete assigned duties efficiently while meeting applicable federal, state, departmental, and district guidelines. Work is guided by Health Department regulations, federal program requirements, and department and district policies and procedures. Decision-making involves collaboration with the Nutrition Services Kitchen Manager, Nutrition Area Supervisor, and Nutrition Resource Specialist. The position requires cross-training in large-quantity food preparation, portion control, safety and sanitation, institutional kitchen equipment, applicable regulations and procedures, and customer service. Most duties take place inside a school building, with occasional exposure to noise from machinery and students, cooking equipment, heat, cold in refrigerated compartments, fumes, odors, electrical or mechanical hazards, and cleaning chemicals. Some in-district travel may be required. The position is classified as non-exempt and pays $18.64 per hour, with possible additional salary credit for qualifying internal transfers and recent district rehires, up to $29.86 per hour.
Requirements
- Knowledge of large-quantity food preparation.
- Knowledge of Health Department standards for sanitary food practices.
- Valid Colorado driver's license.
- Ability to meet the physical demands attached to the job description.
- Ability to apply position knowledge and complete duties in accordance with federal, state, departmental, and district guidelines.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED equivalent is preferred; another combination of education, experience, and training may also qualify.
Responsibilities
- Prepare meals according to standardized recipes and adjust ingredient quantities to provide the required amounts of food.
- Portion food according to federal, state, and departmental guidelines.
- Serve customers and maintain an orderly food service line.
- Operate equipment used for food preparation and cleaning.
- Wash serving trays, utensils, dishes, pans, and other items used in food preparation or service.
- Clean and sanitize kitchen work areas, equipment, and other facilities as required.
- Help stock food and non-food storage areas using the First In, First Out (FIFO) procedure.
- Assist with inventory of food and non-food supplies.
- Accurately record beginning and ending food quantities on production worksheets.
- Follow safety and sanitation requirements and help ensure staff follow them.
- Attend training programs and workshops as needed.
- Work at various sites as assigned; start and end times may vary by site.
Benefits
- Paid leave options may include sick leave, discretionary leave, vacation, and paid holidays, depending on the position.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
