Food Preparation Worker 5.75 hours

SUMMARY FoodPreparationWorkers in Hopkins provide top‑notch meals created from high‑quality, fresh ingredients. Days include variety and fast‑paced action related to general food production in a high‑volume kitchen; preparing recipes, serving meals, cashiering and clean up. The role builds genuine and authentic connections with students, introducing children to a variety of foods early in life to broaden their taste palettes and promote healthier diets. The FoodPreparationWorker assists with receiving, storage, preparation and serving of all foods on our menus, including meats, nuts, legumes, fresh fruits & vegetables, breads & grains, dairy products. Be a part of a team that coaches kids to be adventurous & curious eaters. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Prepare simple recipes Peel and cut fresh fruits and vegetables Prepare fresh condiments & dressings Knowledge of safety and sanitation practices for food preparation, distribution and storage Serve school‑aged children nourishing meals made from scratch Wash dishes and perform other foodservice tasks Assist with special diet accommodations QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent. Work experience in school foodservice or related foodservice operation desired Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail required Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations: Driver's License. FoodSafety and Sanitation Certification (preferred) PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Work is performed in a commercial foodservice and kitchen environment; moderate physical requirements, with risk of burns and cuts; frequent lifting, carrying, and moving up to 40‑pound containers of food preparation materials and equipment; may require working in a walk‑in freezer. WORKING ENVIRONMENT Work is performed in a commercial foodservice and kitchen work environment. HOURS & COMPENSATION Class 2, Step-1: $21.03 per hour. 5.75 hours/day, 28.75 hours/week position, for 167 days total. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hopkins-Public-Schools