Roving Kitchen Specialist II, Nutrition Services

Greeley • Greeley, CO

12d • $19 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Performs various functions related to the preparation and serving of food in a school environment, and for maintaining clean and sanitary equipment and facilities. Regular attendance is an essential function of the job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Prefers a work environment where flexibility, ability to deal with conflict, a high tolerance for stress, an ability to quickly internalize information and make informed decisions, and long hours are a part of the assignment. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Regular attendance is required for this position. The majority of this position's duties are performed inside the school building, and individual has occasional exposure to noise from machinery and students. Some daily exposure to cooking equipment which can be injurious, and some periodic exposure to heat and heated elements, and to cold in refrigerated compartments. Some exposure to fumes and odors and limited exposure to electrical and mechanical hazards. May have some exposure to caustic and toxic chemicals used in cleaning.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 1-year institutional food service experience
• Proven proficiency as a Kitchen Specialist I
• Knowledge of large quantity food preparation and healthy department standards of sanitary food practices

Responsibilities

• Prepares meals following instructions on standardized recipes.
• Serves customers, maintains orderly food service line, deals with or reports discipline issues.
• Portions food correctly to meet Federal, State, and Departmental guidelines.
• Serves as cashier, collects and accounts for money, and makes change for customers.
• Adjusts quantities of ingredients to accurately provide proper amounts of food.
• Operates various types of equipment used in food preparation or cleaning.
• Washes serving trays, utensils, dishes pans, etc., used in food preparation or service.
• Mops and cleans the kitchen work area, and cleans other equipment and facilities as required.
• Assists in taking inventory of food and non-food supplies
• Assists in stocking storage areas with food and non-food supplies following the First in First

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as other programs for benefit-eligible employees.
• The employee assistance program, voluntary life insurance through PERA, and 401(k), 403(b) & 457(b) plans are available to all employees regardless of hours worked and are available immediately (upon hire date).
• Depending on your position, the District offers a variety of leave options, including sick leave, discretionary leave, vacation and paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED