Roving Kitchen Specialist II, Nutrition Services

Greeley • Greeley, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs food preparation and serving functions in a school environment and maintains clean, sanitary equipment and facilities. The position is assigned duties by the Nutrition Services Kitchen Manager and works according to Health Department regulations, federal program requirements, and department and district policies and procedures. Regular attendance is an essential function. Duties vary between schools and include cross-training in large-quantity food preparation, portion control, safety and sanitation, institutional kitchen equipment, and customer service. The position is non-exempt, with workdays varying according to the school-year calendar; it is not a full-year position. Some travel may be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least one year of institutional food-service experience.
• Proven proficiency as a Kitchen Specialist I.
• Knowledge of large-quantity food preparation.
• Knowledge of healthy departmental standards for sanitary food practices.
• Knowledge and skills sufficient to perform the duties of the position.
• Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals using standardized recipes and adjust ingredient quantities to produce the required amounts.
• Serve customers, maintain an orderly food-service line, and address or report discipline issues.
• Portion food according to federal, state, and departmental guidelines.
• Operate a cashier station, collect and account for money, and make change.
• Operate equipment used for food preparation and cleaning.
• Wash serving trays, utensils, dishes, pans, and other items used in food preparation or service.
• Mop and clean kitchen work areas, equipment, and facilities as required.
• Assist with inventory of food and non-food supplies.
• Assist with stocking storage areas, following the First In First Out method.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, Health Department, federal program, department, and district requirements.
• Collaborate with the Nutrition Services Kitchen Manager, Nutrition Area Supervisors, and Nutrition Director on decisions as needed.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Travel when required.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Voluntary life insurance through PERA
• 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) plans
• Leave options may include sick leave, discretionary leave, vacation, and paid holidays, depending on position

What This Job Offers

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