Student Intern - Food Service: Southeast High School

Wichita Public School • Wichita, KS

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Student Intern in Food Service at Southeast High School. The intern will work under the direct supervision of the department supervisor, building principal, cafeteria manager, and program supervisor. The primary function is to assist with meal serving, and cleaning of areas and equipment. The role requires interaction with a diverse population, vendors, and colleagues, emphasizing tact, diplomacy, and positive customer service. Punctuality and appropriate appearance are expected to ensure effective school operations.

Requirements

• Must be a current Wichita Public Schools student in good academic standing as verified by building administration.
• Must attend a Food Safety Basics class within 6 months of employment.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and written in order to communicate with others inside and outside of the organization for the purpose of giving and obtaining information.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a supervisor when their discretion is needed.
• Ability to perform as an effective team player.
• Ability to plan, organize, make decisions and prioritize work to meet the daily demands of the building.
• Exhibit a professional manner and a positive attitude.
• Use good judgment to make decisions on recurring assignments.
• Display a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance.
• Basic Math and computer skills.
• Knowledge of company's mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them.

Nice To Haves

• Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues.
• Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service.

Responsibilities

• Assists with arrangement of serving lines and service of food, following menu and portion sizes as provided and meeting meal service standards.
• Assists with preparation and garnishing of food.
• Follows proper handling of served and disposed of foods.
• Lifts and carries food and supply items to workstations.
• Demonstrates a positive and cheerful manner to all customers.
• Performs general cleaning, including sweeping and mopping floors in the kitchen and serving line areas and cleaning of equipment, pots and pans and transport carts.
• Assists with additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

What This Job Offers

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