Nutrition Services | North Side High School | 5hr Cafeteria Assistant

Food Service Worker

Prepare and serve food items; perform cashiering duties as assigned; maintain food service facilities, equipment and utensils in a clean and sanitary condition.

Minimum Qualifications

• Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and sufficient training and experience to perform assigned duties.
• Must successfully pass credit check

Essential Functions

• Prepare and/or package food items; assemble various ingredients; heat, package and wrap food items according to established procedures, portion control standards and HACCP standards.
• Maintain food service facilities, equipment and utensils in a clean and sanitary condition according to HACCP standards; clean serving areas, counters, tables, food containers, refrigerators and food service equipment; operate dish washers and wash trays, pots, pans, plates, utensils and other serving equipment as assigned.
• Prepare and assemble entrees, fruits, vegetables, sandwiches, desserts and other assigned foods for distribution as needed; prepare food items as assigned; mix, slice and chop food items as assigned; assist in assuring proper temperature of foods.
• Assist in the receipt, storage and rotation of food items and supplies in storage areas as assigned; assist with inventory activities as directed; open cans and boxes and replenish containers as necessary.
• Safely operate standard food service equipment including but not limited to ovens, slicers, food carts, can openers, warmers, steam-jacketed kettles, rotary ovens, proofers, assembly lines and mixers.
• Maintain routine records related to assigned activities.
• Support the FWCS Schools of Success mission to empower all students to reach their potential through equitable and relevant community-connected experiences to ensure students achieve at least one of the 4E's - (Enrollment, Employment, Enlistment, or Entrepreneurship).
• Promotes and embodies the FWCS Schools of Success six core competencies in our daily work: Creativity and Innovation, Critical and Analytical Thinking, Collaboration, Communication, Cultural Agility, and Self-Direction.
• Perform related duties, as assigned.

Physical Requirements

To perform the essential functions of this job effectively and safely, employees must meet the following physical qualifications:

• Communication Skills: Ability to speak clearly and hear effectively in various environments.
• Manual Dexterity: Adeptness in the use of hands and fingers.
• Postural Endurance: Sit or stand for prolonged periods, as the job requires.
• Flexibility: Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, or crouch to perform specific duties.
• Visual Acuity: Close vision ability with the capacity to adjust focus.
• Mobility: Freedom to sit or walk at will throughout the work environment.
• Strength and Stamina: Capability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to fifty (50) pounds or more.

FWCS will reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.