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Kitchen Staff Substitute

Opaa!•Buffalo, IL
•$15 - $16

About The Position

The Kitchen Staff Substitute performs essential functions of kitchen staff positions on an as-needed basis. The role supports food production and meal service, kitchen and cafeteria cleanliness, food safety and regulatory compliance, customer service, and administrative tasks. Opaa! Food Management, Inc. operates across 10 states. The stated pay range is $15–$16 per hour, with rates varying by school district; a hiring manager will discuss pay in more detail.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED preferred, or up to one month of related experience, training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write simple correspondence; and present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
  • Ability to perform arithmetic with whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, compute rates, ratios, and percentages, and interpret bar graphs.
  • Ability to follow detailed but uncomplicated written or oral instructions and address problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
  • Proper certification to operate applicable kitchen equipment.
  • Ability to perform the physical activities described, including occasionally exerting over 60 pounds of force and frequently moving objects up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

  • High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with setting up serving lines and ensure food is held at required temperatures; stock milk coolers for service.
  • Prepare foods according to the menu plan and Opaa! recipes, including preparing ahead for the next day's menus.
  • Operate kitchen equipment with proper certification.
  • Keep work areas neat, clean, and organized; clean kitchen and cafeteria areas, equipment, and dishes.
  • Organize inventory using First In/First Out procedures and keep cooler and storage racks clean and free from debris.
  • Clean and maintain dishwashing equipment, monitor chemical usage, and store clean dishes in serving areas.
  • Request appropriate amounts of food and supplies through the Kitchen Manager.
  • Prepare and present baked goods as required by the menu plan.
  • Use batch cooking to maintain product quality and presentation.
  • Set up, clean, and restock serving and bar lines; serve appropriate portions with proper utensils and maintain supplies of food, napkins, silverware, and dishes.
  • Follow menu plans and standardized recipes, recognize reimbursable meals, and follow meal patterns under HHFKA and CACFP regulations.
  • Maintain daily production records and complete food-safety logs, including hot- and cold-food temperature records, in accordance with HACCP procedures.
  • Follow safety rules, report unsafe working conditions, participate in the safety incentive program and the “Daily Dish,” and attend required meetings and in-services.
  • Complete required annual continued training hours according to HHFKA and demonstrate Opaa!’s stated core values.
  • Comply with Opaa! Food Management, Inc.’s timekeeping policy.
  • Handle customer monies, make change, and operate a cash register or computer as required; ensure only reimbursable meals pass through the POS system.
  • Complete daily paperwork, tray counts, and meal reconciliation tasks.
  • Submit all hours worked by clocking in and out in ADP or submitting an edit sheet for missing time.
  • Notify the DNS 24 hours in advance if unable to cover an assigned shift, or as soon as administratively feasible in an emergency.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

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