ESS Substitute Cafeteria Employee Jefferson County School District

Substitute Cafeteria Employee

An ESS Substitute Cafeteria Employee is integral in effectively implementing the local school Child Nutrition Program (CNP) and provide food preparation services for the students.

Responsibilities

• Assists in food preparation and service according to the day's written menu and supervisor's/manager's instruction.
• Performs food storage; inventory control; equipment cleaning, assembly and disassembly; and related serving and sanitation tasks as assigned.
• Performs duties courteously and professionally.
• Operates food service equipment in accordance with established procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• ABI/FBI Criminal History Clearance
• Alabama Food Handlers Card
• Ability to meet the suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457.
• Ability to operate and maintain kitchen equipment necessary for the performance of job responsibilities.
• Ability to carry out verbal and written instructions and demonstrate effective interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow Child Nutrition Program guidelines and regulations.
• Ability to use technology as required to perform job responsibilities.
• Possess and maintain required health certifications including tuberculin skin test results.
• Strength, stamina, agility, dexterity, and acuity to perform job responsibilities safely and effectively.
• Ability, agility, and stamina to engage in prolonged standing, stooping, kneeling, bending, turning, reaching, and repetitive lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance.
• Serves in job rotation or assists in any CNP activities as assigned including, but not limited to, cashier, server, backup, dish machine operator, food preparation, and cleanup of kitchen, dining area, storage areas, or work area.
• Maintains professional dress and hygiene, suitable for food service work (uniform, hair net/hat, closed-toe shoe with non-skid sole, etc.).
• Observe proper safety precautions in the kitchen and other work areas.
• Cooperates with other school system staff members in maintaining high standards in the child nutrition program.
• Follows written and verbal instructions and communicates effectively with others (CNP staff, vendors, school staff, students, parents, community members).
• Participates in and promotes in-service training, conferences, and continuing educational programs for self-improvement and for other personnel.
• Demonstrates professional ethics and effective work habits.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters in accordance with state and federal law.
• Demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility.
• Responds to inquiries and requests in a timely and positive manner.
• Maintains and submits required reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner.
• Properly cares for equipment and material resources of the school system.
• Uses effective collaboration skills to work as an effective team member.
• Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies, and state, federal, and local laws.
• Reports absences and takes leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor(s).

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• Evaluate your candidacy and qualifications
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About ESS

As leaders in the education staffing space since 2000, ESS specializes in placing qualified staff in daily, long-term, and permanent K-12 school district positions including substitute teachers, school aides, and other school support staff. With more than 800 school district partners throughout the US, ESS supports the education of more than 4.5 million students every day. We provide our employees with the ability to work in school districts across the country in addition to benefits, comprehensive training, flexible work schedules, and professional development. Visit ESS.com to learn more and help to improve education for every student, every day.

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