FNS Specialist - Kitchen Safety Technician (Wilkinson)

Job Details FNS Specialist - Kitchen Safety Technician (Wilkinson) – JobID: 1749 Location: Wilkinson Middle School Position Type: Auxiliary - Food Service / Food Service Shift Type: Full-Time Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Food & Nutrition Services Manager Employment Begins: As soon as possible Salary Range: $16.29 - $23.45 per hour Primary Purpose To prepare appropriate quantities of food to meet requirements and maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices. Qualifications Must be able to read and interpret recipes. Ability to follow oral instructions for food preparation and safety procedures. Certified fitness evaluation. Health Department Food Handlers Card within 30 calendar days of employment. Completion of an accredited sanitation course and maintain certification. Must have completed and maintain the Managers Certification. Special Knowledge / Skills Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production. Knowledge and awareness of district, state, and federal requirements in the Child Nutrition Programs. Effective communication, positive public relations, and strong interpersonal skills. Appropriate time management. Ability to work with limited supervision. Experience Experience with large‑scale cooking and food preparation/serving preferred. Major Responsibilities and Duties Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested, standardized recipes. Assist with the storage and care of food items and supplies; maintain a clean and organized storage area. Care for and use equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental procedures, and policies. Follow established procedures to ensure standards of quality, compliance, cleanliness, health, and safety. Handle and record cashier functions accurately. Assist in recording food requisitions and request orders of necessary supplies. Record all required documentation accurately and consistently. Maintain personal appearance and hygiene. Follow the chain of command as outlined in the FNS Handbook. Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members. Be available for work on a consistent and timely basis with infrequent unplanned absences. Ensure all food items are prepared and served according to recipe/instructions. Complete Kitchen Safety Technician Daily Checklist and KST Safety Technician Monthly Checklist on time. Review all Tech and Production sheets for completeness and submit to the Manager. Facilitate and/or assist Kitchen Manager with HACCP training. During food production, ensure the safety and quality of food guidelines, health codes, and safety regulations are followed and meet department and Mesquite Health Department standards. Review temperature logs on all equipment, confirm recordings are accurate and timely; notify the Manager of any missing information. Effectively and timely communicate work order requests to the Kitchen Manager. Perform assigned duties in a timely manner. Take responsibility for actions, results, and mistakes. Accept transfer to other campuses for short‑term or long‑term assignments. Complete 6 hours of Professional Standard hours documented each school year. Perform other duties as assigned. Give and receive feedback in a positive manner; resolve conflict respectfully. Respect the talent and unique contributions of every individual, culture, and ethnic group to increase effectiveness of the unit; influence the culture in ways that value and support diversity. Supervisory Responsibilities None Working Conditions Mental Demands Reading and comprehending simple instructions, both written and oral. Ability to add and subtract two‑digit numbers and to multiply and divide with tens and hundreds in American money and weight measurement. Dealing with problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations. Meeting deadlines with severe time constraints; interacting with the public and other workers. Precise attention to detail; tight scheduling and hurried pace of work activities. Physical Demands / Environmental Factors Walking and standing constantly. Bending or twisting at the neck and trunk while performing the duties of this job. Walking on slippery surfaces. Frequently loud work environment. Greater than average risk of minor injury such as cuts or burns while performing job duties. Standing for extended periods. Pushing and pulling. Repetitive bending and twisting. Reaching with hands and arms. Full use of both hands, arms, legs, and feet without assistive devices. Stooping, kneeling, and crouching. Climbing on ladders (2‑step stepladder). Lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds. Moderate exposure to extreme hot or cold temperatures. Functional vision and speech. Limited opportunity for breaks. Wrist turning; grasping or pinching (firm). Working around moving machinery. Exposure to slippery or uneven surfaces. Working with hands in water and other substances. Exposure to chemicals. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mesquite-Isd