Food Service Worker

POSITION TITLE: FOOD SERVICES WORKER REPORTS TO: FOOD SERVICES MANAGER


OVER-TIME STATUS: NON-EXEMPT PAY RANGE: 101

JOB SUMMARY:


Performs responsible semi-skilled work in preparing and serving institutional meals and cleaning cafeterias; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Food Services Manager.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Practice proper sanitation procedures
• Preparing, cooking and serving meats, breads, vegetables and other food in accordance with the menu.
• Prepares and serves fruits, desserts, salads, soups and other foods;
• May be assigned to one specific food preparation area or rotated through the full range of food services;
• Washes pots, pans, kettles and other cooking utensils;
• Operates dishwasher, mixer, chopper, slicer, steamers, ovens and other food service and mechanical equipment;
• Cleans work surfaces, eating and food preparation area;
• Sweeps and mops and performs other custodial duties as assigned;
• Assists in estimating and ordering food supplies;
• Receives and stocks food supplies
• May serve as cashier;
• Performs related tasks as required.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:


General knowledge of materials and methods used in preparing and serving meats, breads, vegetables and other foods on a large scale; general knowledge of the use or care of food preparation equipment; general knowledge of food values and nutrition; general knowledge of U.S.D.A. rules and regulations; skill in the use of standardized and specialized kitchen utensils and equipment; ability to get along well with others; ability to work long hours while standing and under high temperature conditions.


This is medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, and repetitive motions; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required use of measuring devices, operation of machines, and determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work; the worker is subject to extreme heat, noise, hazards, and atmospheric conditions.


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:


Any combination of education and experience equivalent to completion of a high school diploma and some experience in food preparation in large quantities. High school graduate or equivalent desirable.


General knowledge of materials and methods used in preparing and serving meats, breads, vegetables and other foods on a large scale; general knowledge of the use or care of food preparation equipment; general knowledge of food values and nutrition; general knowledge of U.S.D.A. rules and regulations; skill in the use of standardized and specialized kitchen utensils and equipment; ability to get along well with others; ability to work long hours while standing and under high temperature conditions.


APPLICATION PROCEDURE:


All applicants please submit an on-line application along with copies of supporting credentials at ppsk12.us/jobs . Be sure to connect your application to the advertised position.

PORTSMOUTH PUBLIC SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER