Position Type:
Support Staff

Date Posted:
1/31/2023

Location:
Allendale Elementary School

Date Available:
08/01/2023

Closing Date:
until filled

POSITION TITLE: Food Service Operator
DEPARTMENT: Food Services
REPORTS TO: Food Service Manager

OBJECTIVE: The food service operator must be able to work within a school cafeteria to provide food service for students to be successful in the school environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in the preparation and service of quality food to students in a quick and pleasant manner.
• Plans the preparation of all baked items and some cooked items.
• Assists with the daily cleaning of all kitchen equipment to ensure cleanliness and sanitary conditions are met.
• Reports inferior quality of food or faulty equipment to the appropriate authority.
• Prepares food according to a planned menu and tested, uniform recipes and determines if the finished product is of the best quality both in flavor and appearance before it is served.
• Records all food requisitions from the storeroom.
• Operates registers and computer when needed.
• May provide guidance and training to other employees performing related work.
• Performs other duties as directed by the Food Service Manager.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS/EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or General Education degree (GED) preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Previous experience with large scale cooking and food preparation/serving.

ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
• Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies
• Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.

Allendale County Public School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Allendale County Public School District ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy, childbirth, or any related medical conditions), color, disability, age (40 or older), genetic information, national origin, or any other applicable status protected by local, state, or federal law. The quality of the educational program is enhanced by staff members with a wide variation in background, culture, educational preparation, and previous experience. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.