Food Service Specialist -KCS, 3hr

Food Service Specialist

Pay Range: $18.38 to $21.61 FY 26 non-union

As a Food Service Specialist, you will assist the Kitchen Manager in providing healthy and nutritious school lunches that meet all state and federal requirements for approved school lunch and à la carte menu offerings. This is a 3-hour per day, school-year position.

Reports To: Food Service Manager

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Sanitation certification required
• Minimum two years of food service experience
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet job demands
• Valid DOE fingerprinting certification required
• Commitment to providing healthy and nutritious meals to students

Responsibilities:

Operational Excellence:

• Maintain high standards of safety, cleanliness, and sanitation in the kitchen
• Follow district and school policies, schedules, and operational procedures
• Prepare food according to planned menus and standardized recipes
• Ensure food quality in flavor, appearance, and presentation before service
• Record food requisitions and maintain accurate meal counts
• Maintain monthly inventory of food and supplies
• Verify and sign invoices upon delivery confirmation

Collaboration:

• Build positive relationships with students, staff, families, and the community
• Collaborate with stakeholders to support high-quality food service operations
• Order supplies weekly through the Kitchen Manager
• Report food quality issues or concerns to the Kitchen Manager
• Report kitchen or cafeteria issues immediately to the Kitchen Manager
• Participate in daily cleaning and sanitizing of kitchen equipment and utensils
• Support special meal functions as needed
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager or Food Services Director

Key Competencies:

• Attention to detail: Maintains accuracy and quality in all tasks
• Team player: Works collaboratively and supports colleagues
• Critical judgment: Uses sound decision-making to resolve issues
• Process adherence: Follows established procedures and systems
• Follow-through: Completes tasks accurately and on time
• Calm under pressure: Maintains focus in fast-paced environments
• Respect for diversity: Values inclusion and diverse perspectives

Additional Information:

RSU 21 provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), unless doing so would create undue hardship.

Terms of Employment: School year position. Salary is established by the Board of School Directors.

Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the Board's policy on evaluation of support services personnel.

Revised Date: July 14, 2022 Approved by Superintendent: July 14, 2022