Asst. Cook (4.5 hr)

Assistant Cook

Perform various tasks related to school breakfast and lunch. Serve on the line. Clean all cooking areas. Wash dishes and lunch trays. Count money at the end of the day. Assist Cafeteria Managers and Food Service Director when needed

The below lists are not ranked in order of importance

Ensure safety of students

Performs duties of server, cashier, dishwasher, prep cook, etc. as assigned by the Cafeteria Manager

Receive payment for cafeteria lunches and milk and may operate point of sale during lunch periods

Restock milk when needed

Fill condiments when needed

Keep current list of free and reduced price lunches

Ensure that appropriate paperwork is completed

Maintain respect at all times for confidential information, e.g., free and reduced lunch students

Interact in a positive manner with staff, students, parents and community

Attend meetings and in-services as required

See that napkins, silverware, straws, and condiments are in ample supply during serving of students

Help restock items and general cleanup

Assist in cleaning cooking area, serving areas, and cafeteria tables and floors

Assists in meal prep as assigned

Assists in serving meals and steam table set-up and cleaning

Assists in dish room set up at the three-compartment sink and dish machine

Ensure proper function and temperature recording of dish machine, wash and rinse temperatures

Ensure proper PPM of sanitizer in three-compartment sink and that all chemicals are properly functioning in three-sink compartment and dish machine

Promote good public relations

Serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as responsible citizens

Knowledge of computers skills, emails, and spreadsheets

Adhere to rigid sanitary standards in wok and attire

Audit the daily milk bill to ensure its accuracy

Complete food services timesheets

Respond to routine questions and requests in an appropriate manner

Perform other duties as assigned by the Cafeteria Manager

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Less than one year related experience

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate

CPR preferred

ServSafe Food Handler or equivalent

Ability to work effectively with others

Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing

Effective, active listening skills

Organizational and problem solving skills

Ability to read and understand verbal and written instructions, written warnings and labels

Ability to operate a cash register

Basic math/bookkeeping skills

Cash register

Calculator

Dish machines

Mixers

Ovens

Slicers

Other kitchen equipment

Copy machine

Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissue

Occasional operation of a vehicle under inclement weather conditions, i.e., being prepared to come to school on all scheduled school days, except calamity days

Occasional interaction with unruly children

Occasional requirement to travel, i.e., to pick up food or materials

Occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles

Frequent exposure to loud noises

Occasional overtime work will be requested and expected of the employee

Frequent requirement to stand, walk, talk, hear, see (color vision required), read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms

Frequent requirement to lift, carry, push, and pull up to a maximum of 50 pounds

Occasional requirement to push and pull up to a maximum of 300 pounds (on wheels)

Frequent excessive standing during assigned workday

Frequent repetitive hand motions, e.g., operating cash register

Occasional requirement to climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crouch

Complies with all Louisville Board of Education policies and procedures

This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent's supervisor, appointing authority.