Cafeteria Worker

Cafeteria Worker Pool

Position reports to: Cafeteria Manager

Department: Culinary

Location: KISD

Status: FT or PT/Hourly/Non-Exempt/Safety Sensitive

Summary of position:

Provide friendly, responsive service in a clean and safe environment to service our customers: k-12 students!

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
• At least one year of food handling experience required
• Must possess a food handler's card within two (2) weeks of hire, if applicable
• Sensitivity and respect for people of various backgrounds, cultures, experiences and socio-economic situations required
• Basic cooking and cleaning skills required
• Positive and energetic personalities are appreciated

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook food as per recipes, production records and manager instruction
• Keep and clean and safe work area including equipment, utensils, pots and pans
• Maintain clean and well stocked serving areas including the serving line, salad bars and milk boxes
• Service meals to students, staff and parents
• Be ready and willing to assist fellow workers as situations arise
• Assist in stocking deliveries in a safe manner, rotating stock utilizing FIFO
• Sweep and mop floors as needed • Remove trash from kitchens/dining rooms as applicable
• Follow all local and CHILD NUTRITION DEPARTMENT health regulations
• Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the cafeteria as directed by the manager or immediate supervisor
• Other duties, as assigned

Physical demands & work environment:

• Ability to speak, read, write and understand English and/or dominate language at the school
• Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 5 hours)
• Be physically able to lift, reach, bend and stoop
• Weekly hours may vary depending on school schedule and breaks
• Be able to safely lift and easily maneuver cases of food frequently weighing from 25 to 40 pounds