1st Shift Part-Time Cook/Cashier

Cook/Cashier Position

This position is responsible for the preparation and serving of food to students and/or cashiering during breakfast and lunch shifts at a specified location which is yet to be determined. This position is part-time, at-will employment, and requires a dress code. Shift Type: Part-Time 15-35 hours per week. Various locations are available at this time.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

Prepares and serves food according to work schedule to maintain efficiency, food safety and cost effectiveness.

Stores food and supplies.

Utilizes proper safety and sanitation procedures.

Uses and maintains food service equipment including slicers, commercial ovens, warmers, openers and dishwashers.

Assists in daily cleaning and sanitizing of kitchen, equipment and serving areas.

Works cooperatively with all employees, students and parents.

Reports unsafe procedures or circumstances to appropriate manager.

Performs cashier duties according to work schedule to maintain efficiency and cost effectiveness.

Maintains food service computerized cashier records.

Secures money collected for pickup by security agency.

Travels to various kitchen sites to cover meal services if needed.

Knows basic currency and kitchen math and is able to follow a recipe.

Prepares and serves meals outside of the regular school day on occasional basis for special events.

Performs other responsibilities as assigned to meet the needs of the food service program.

Exercises regular and punctual attendance.

Follow federal regulations

District Expectations:

All employees of the District are expected to adhere to the policies and regulations of the Board of Education, maintain appropriate certification and competencies necessary for the position, and demonstrate the values of the district at all times. For information on polices, regulations and values, visit

Reporting Relationships:

Reports To: Director, Assistant Director, Field Supervisors and/or Kitchen Manager of Nutrition Services

Supervises: None

Qualifications:

Minimum: Able to learn computerized cashiering; Establish and maintain positive relationships with others; Able to read, write, perform basic kitchen math; Work with currency; Able to follow a recipe; Must maintain good personal hygiene; Must possess friendly customer service skills. Reliable transportation. Food Handler's card.

Preferred: High school diploma, Previous experience in quantity food preparation, ServSafe certification, and longevity employment.

Ideal candidate will have a professional and friendly demeanor with a demonstrated ability to work well with a variety of individuals in a fast-paced environment.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to contact human resources to discuss reasonable accommodations to perform the essential job functions.

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