Worker, Food and Nutrition Services
About The Position
The Worker, Food and Nutrition Services prepares or assists with preparing foods and serves meals, meal components, and beverages. The role follows standardized recipes, menus, price schedules, portion controls, and work production standards. It also involves food storage and inventory assistance, sales transactions and record keeping, cleaning and sanitizing kitchen areas and equipment, and compliance with food service, safety, and sanitation requirements. The employee may help orient new Food and Nutrition Services employees, student employees, or volunteers, and must attend District food service trainings. The position is listed as S02, $16.43, 6 hours, 190 days.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid Food Handler Certification or ability to obtain it within the first year of employment.
- Clear and concise oral and written communication skills.
- Organizational and management skills.
- Mathematical skills.
- Manual dexterity to shred, chop, assemble, and mix food items.
- Record-keeping and cash-registration skills.
- Basic computer skills, or ability to be trained in basic computer skills to operate District electronic systems.
- Knowledge of general policies and procedures for the functional area of assignment.
- Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and other laws and regulations related to student and employee privacy, public information, and records retention.
- Knowledge of and experience with industry-standard equipment, materials, practices, computers, and applications.
- Ability to respond professionally and effectively to customer needs and requests for service or assistance.
- Relevant work experience or education may be substituted to satisfy minimum qualifications.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience in commercial or institutional food service.
Responsibilities
- Maintain a positive attitude toward all students and staff.
- Prepare or assist in preparing a variety of foods according to standardized recipes and menus, price schedules, portion controls, and work production standards.
- Set up food serving lines and/or steam tables and serve meals, meal components, and beverages.
- Store food and supplies as directed and assist with taking inventories.
- Accept and count money, tickets, or tokens for food and beverages served; record transactions and maintain accountability of sales.
- Wash, sanitize, and store dishes and utensils; scrub and sanitize counters and tables; mop floors; and dispose of waste properly.
- Operate and clean all kitchen equipment.
- Keep the work area clean and orderly.
- Follow safety and sanitation rules when handling food and using equipment, and adhere to safety regulations and guidelines.
- May assist new Food and Nutrition Services employees, student employees, or volunteers in becoming familiar with their assignments.
- Comply with local, state, and federal Food and Nutrition Services program requirements, including attending all District food service trainings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
