Release Date: January 2, 2024 Application Deadline: June 30, 2024

Requisition:

Position: Substitute Food Service Worker

Temporary/Hourly Assignment

Location: Department of Operations/Various Locations

Salary: $15.00 per hour

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

• Qualified applicants must complete a TalentEd online application.
• Intake after completing required paperwork.

All online applications must be completed on or before June 30, 2024. Failure to follow the application procedures could

hinder your chances of securing the desired assignment. Please contact the Department of Human Resources with questions (301-475-5511, ext. 32189).

NATURE OF WORK:

Performs a variety of tasks related to food production and food service in a fast-paced environment under the direction of the food service manager. The work requires a substantial amount of physical dexterity, can be repetitive, and requires prolonged standing. Food Service Workers are provided on-the-job training and are expected to become proficient in accomplishing required duties during a six-month probationary period.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepare bulk quantities of food items in accordance with established recipes;
• Clean and sanitize food service equipment and associated spaces;
• Set up serving lines and provide high-quality food service;
• Operate a point-of-sale computer terminal;
• Communicate with students and staff orally; and
• Able to lift heavy items up to 50 lbs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set up serving lines and assist in serving food;
• Maintain portion control standards;
• Use proper servicing techniques;
• Carry out cooking assignments and assist in the preparation of main dishes, raw vegetables, simple desserts, beverages, salads, and sandwiches;
• Operate food production equipment;
• Lift heavy items such as stacks of trays, canned goods, potatoes, etc.;
• Assist in washing pots and pans on a rotating basis;
• May operate the point of sale; and
• Performs other necessary duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to understand and follow written and oral directions;
• To use kitchen utensils and appliances;
• To work effectively with others;
• To use cleaning implements; and
• To be physically able to lift food items frequently in excess of 25 pounds.

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:

Temporary/hourly position.

SALARY GRADE RANGE: $15.00/hour

BARGAINING UNIT: Not eligible.

Updated 09.2023

The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any or all applicants, re-advertise and/or withdraw the positions.

The St. Mary’s County Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status or sexual orientation, religion, or disability in matters affecting employment or providing access to programs.