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

Assists 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