Cafeteria Helper - 6-hour (Full-Time)

Cafeteria Helper - Full-Time

The Cafeteria Helper is an essential member of the school cafeteria staff and is charged with daily food preparation, sanitation, cleaning, and serving under the supervision of the Cook Manager, Assistant Cook Manager, and Director of Food Service.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Preparation of food in a consistent and sanitary manner for consumption by students and staff.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to maintain a safe and sanitary cafeteria environment.
• Ability to clean, mop, scrub, wash, and sanitize.
• Ability to operate a POS/Cash Register system, handle money and keep records.
• Ability to work with and take direction from the Asst./Cook Manager.
• Any other duties assigned by the Asst./Cook Manager or Food Service Director.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Skilled and knowledgeable in the following: food preparation and sanitation requirements. Ability to courteously and effectively work with all students, faculty, and other school personnel Ability to be a flexible self-starter.
• Must be punctual and prepared to work on a daily basis.
• A good attendance record is required.
• ServSafe Certification preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Must demonstrate a positive attitude, strong work ethic, integrity, and ethics.
• Must be available and able to transfer to any other cafeteria based on the needs of the Food Service Department.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Proficient in reading, writing and math - Required
• Previous food service experience - Required
• Ability to move, bend, stand and lift for long periods of time