School Cafeteria Worker

Cafeteria Staff Member

American Heritage Schools- Broward Campus is currently looking to hire a cafeteria staff member.

Position Overview:

The Food Service Team Member position will perform routine tasks necessary to prepare high-quality meals from simple to complex, adhering to food safety regulations, assist in keeping the kitchen orderly and clean, as well as, providing the utmost customer service experience for all students, faculty, and staff.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Cuts, weighs, or measures ingredients according to provided instructions. Prepares meat, seafood, and poultry for cooking by cutting or grinding, as instructed. Prepares vegetables to be used as condiments. Combines salad ingredients. Arranges prepared food on serving trays or in designated area for retrieval by serving staff. Prevents the spoilage of ingredients through proper storage in designated containers and in designated areas. Monitors the temperature of food and food storage areas. Maintains and cleans salad bars and buffet line. Ensures utensils and condiment area is adequately stocked. Cleans, sanitizes, and maintains cleanliness of work areas, surfaces, utensils, equipment, and dishes. Adheres to all food handling and safety regulations throughout the kitchen and serving area. Manages transactions with students, faculty, and staff. Scans and/or collects payments. Prints and provides register totals to Director of Food Services at the end of each day. Washes all wares including pots, pans, flatware, and glasses, by hand or using dishwashers. Correctly places and stores clean equipment, dishes, and utensils in assigned storage areas. Stocks serving stations, cupboards, refrigerators, and other assigned areas with necessary dishes and utensils. Cleans trash receptacles with water or steam. Moves dishwashing supplies and equipment from storage to work area by hand or using hand trucks. May assist in cleaning and preparing various foods for cooking and/or serving, as directed. Ensures work areas remain safe, clean and orderly, adhering to all company, local, and state guidelines regarding health, safety, and sanitation.

Secondary Duties & Responsibilities:

Attends all designated training sessions requested by the school such as: Safety and Security, Customer Service, etc. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Education/Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent. Prior completion of food safety coursework preferred.

Skills & Abilities:

Ability to listen and follow directions. Ability to follow safety rules and guidelines throughout the kitchen. Ability to understand and meet the standards for health, safety, and excellence. Ability to work effectively with kitchen staff. Detail-oriented and thorough.

Working Environment:

Dining Hall. Fast-paced.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of walking or standing. Must be able to lift, carry, and place up to 60 pounds at a time. Ability to bend, stoop, and wipe frequently. Frequently immerse hands in water. Required to wear protective coverings such as hair restraint and gloves.

Employee understands that other tasks or duties may be added or assigned from time to time, in the discretion of the administration. The School reserves the right to modify, change, or amend this job description at any time. This is not a contract of employment. If you are employed under a contract with the School, you should refer to your contract regarding specific terms outlined therein concerning the duration of your employment. This job description supplements your duties and responsibilities. This job description does not alter your “at-will” status.

AHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.