Cafeteria Worker

Position Type:
Auxillary/Cafeteria

Date Posted:
8/19/2024

Location:
Longview Independent School District PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements; maintain
high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices
QUALIFICATIONS:


Education/Certification:


None specified


Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to understand food preparation and safety instructions
Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures
Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools
Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations


Experience:
None


MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Food Preparation and Serving


1. Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested, uniform recipes


2. Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures


3. Practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers


4. Supervise storage and handling of food items and supplies; maintain a clean and organized
storage area


Safety and Sanitation


5. Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards


6. Follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety


7. Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary


8. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable
to supervisor immediately


9. Maintain personal appearance and hygiene


Other


10. Handle and record cashier functions accurately


11. Help record food requisitions and order necessary supplies


12. Maintain daily food preparation records


13. Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members


14. Comply with district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations


15. Adhere to the district's safety policies and procedures


16. Maintain confidentiality in the conduct of district business


17. Must be able to perform the essential functions of walking and interacting
with students and/or district employees in the specific work site assigned (classroom or office setting)


18. Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance


19. Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:


None


EQUIPMENT USED:
Large and small kitchen equipment and tools including electric slicer, mixer, pressure
steamer, deep-fat fryer, sharp cutting tools, oven, dishwasher, food and utility cart
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands:


Reading, ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); maintain emotional control under
stress; interpret policy, procedures, and data


Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:


Repetitive hand motions; prolonged standing, walking; moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds);
frequent stooping, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling, wrist flexion/extension,
reaching/overhead reaching and kneeling and climbing (ladder); moderate exposure to
extreme hot and cold temperatures prolonged use of computer terminal possible; district
and state travel may or may not be required; frequent prolonged and irregular hours;
possible biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases; specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the
ability to adjust focus.


EVALUATION:
Auxiliary Evaluation