Assistant Cook - School Nutrition Professional 6.5 Hrs

Assistant Cook

Assist in preparing food, serving lines, cafeteria/kitchen clean up, and point of sale.

Assists in preparing the entrees, such as assembling food items and measuring ingredients according to standardized recipes and proper preparation instructions.

Assists in serving lunches to students and staff, including setting up serving line (i.e., milk, utensils, supplies), arranging food attractively, dishing up the proper food portions, and ensuring correct food temperatures.

Performs cafeteria clean up activities, including setting up and operating the dishwasher to clean dirty dishes, utensils, pots and pans; putting away dishes, utensils, pans, napkins, supplies, etc.; collecting trays and assisting in the tray room; and wiping off tables/counters and sanitizing food service equipment.

Fills in for other cafeteria employees (i.e., head cook, baker, salad bar) to cover breaks and absences. Performs related work as apparent or assigned by manager.

High school diploma or equivalent

Excellent customer service

Working knowledge of material, methods, and equipment used in preparing foods on a large scale

Completed coursework, preferred

Ability to prepare food on a large scale

Working knowledge of food values and nutrition

Working knowledge of health and safety principles

Ability to work harmoniously with fellow staff

Ability to accept responsibilities as assigned

Ability to climb up and down on a short step-ladder or stool

Ability to lift cases of food weighing from up to 50 pounds

Lift and organize grocery order in the cooler/freezer with help from custodial staff if assistance is needed