Food and Nutrition Services Cashier I - Jackson Elementary (190 days/school year calendar)

Food And Nutrition Services Cashier I

Rate of Pay: $15.96/hr

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Operates a point of sale computer terminal to document daily sales. Utilizes district food service management software.
• Documents an accurate daily count of student meals served by category- full price, reduced price or free.
• Maintains accurate records of adult meals, student prepayments, milk and a la carte sales daily.
• Responsible for charging correct prices for food and/or meals, making accurate change, and compiling daily bank deposits.
• Monitors student meal selections to guarantee compliance with federal School meal standards.
• Assists with garbage removal and cleaning of cafeteria floors and tables.
• May assist in preparing and portioning of food, setting up, cleaning and maintaining the service areas.
• Maintains standards of sanitation and safety.
• Communicates effectively with students, faculty, parents, fellow workers and supervisors personally, on the phone, via email, and in writing. Maintains good public relations.
• Assists manager or head cook with computer data entry.
• May assist in processing Meal Benefit Applications.
• Performs duties in accordance with the principles outlined in the "Davenport Community School District Cashier Handbook."
• May be required to cover in buildings other than the one assigned.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned.

Physical Requirements of Position:

• The cashier is physically able to work in a standing position for prolonged periods and to walk much of the time during the day; is able to work in very warm surroundings; has manual dexterity to handle knives and other pieces of kitchen equipment; able to lift materials weighting at least 46 pounds; may be required to climb stairs.

Special Qualification Required/ Desired:

• EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: The School Food Service Cashier shall possess competence in the above stated areas of responsibility. It is required that the cashier has a high school diploma or GED.
• Computer experience (Email, Word and Excel) is preferred but not required.

The Davenport Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.