Summer Cook - Temporary (2 positions) - In District Applicants only - Aug 3 - Aug 20

Newberg Sd 29J•Newberg, OR

3d•$18 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Cook assists the kitchen manager in the daily operation of the cafeteria food service program. This role functions as a temporary kitchen manager in the absence of the manager and assists in providing nutritious meals, snacks, and catering to students, staff, and the community. The position is temporary, with two openings available, and is restricted to applicants within the district. The session dates are from August 3rd to August 20th, with approximately 4 hours per day.

Requirements

Knowledge of food preparation and handling techniques.
Knowledge of proper use of food service equipment.
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures according to HACCP methods.
Knowledge of Nutrition services department record keeping procedures.
Knowledge of basic math skills for recipe conversion.
Skilled in computer entry and cash handling.
Skilled in operation and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
Ability to plan assigned work on time with a minimum of supervision.
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with students, parents, and school personnel.
Ability to work harmoniously with others.
Ability to adhere to requirements and policies for drug free and tobacco free workplace.
Ability to meet district technology standards.
Flexible and willing to do a variety of jobs to meet deadlines and complete all required training.
Experience in quantity food preparation.
A minimum high school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Possess a current driver's license.
Possess a current food handler card or equivalent (ServSafe certificate).
Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
Ability to read and comprehend required district and food service policies and procedures.
Able to write clearly and communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations with a high degree of accuracy.
Ability to apply common sense to carry out detailed, but basic, written or oral instructions in English.
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to work collaboratively and establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisor(s), staff, students, parents and community.
Ability to work effectively in stressful situations.

Nice To Haves

Ability to communicate with Spanish speaking students and adults preferred.
Previous successful school or institutional food service preferred.
Experience with the National School Lunch Program preferred.

Responsibilities

Work under the direction of the kitchen manager and Nutrition Services Supervisor in cooperation with the principal of the school in planning and implementing food service needs.
Assist in the preparation of food including baked goods, entrees and salad bars.
Assist in the serving of meals.
Clean dishes, pots, pans and equipment as needed.
Ensure that adequate and appetizing food is prepared and served in accordance with planned menus, while maintaining the highest standard of sanitation in personal cleanliness, food preparation, food service and care of equipment.
Assist in assuring adequate supplies for future menu items.
Assist in counting inventory of food and supplies as directed by the kitchen manager.
Operate the cafeteria computer system.
Collect money for meals and ala carte sales and account for meals served.
Make change in ala carte or meal lines.
Direct student workers as required.
Provide food for catering when ordered.
Help with the daily cleaning of the kitchen.
Be responsible for performing Manager's duties in his/her absence.
Provide excellent customer service.
Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.