What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Food Service Assistant position at Acalanes Union High School District?
SENIOR FOOD SERVICES ASSISTANT
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, prepare and serve hot and cold food items at an assigned school site; maintain food service facilities, equipment and utensils in a clean and sanitary condition.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Prepare and serve hot and cold food items at an assigned school site according to established guidelines, policies and procedures; assemble various ingredients; heat, package and wrap food items according to established procedures and portion control standards.
Set up food service area; prepare and set out food and beverages for sale and distribution; distribute meals to students and staff; count and set-up plates, trays and utensils; stock condiments, food items, drinks, paper goods and other supplies as needed.
Maintain food service facilities, equipment and utensils in a clean and sanitary condition; clean serving areas, counters, tables, food containers, refrigerators and food service equipment; operate dish washers and wash trays, pots, pans, plates, utensils and other serving equipment as assigned.
Prepare entrees, side dishes, fruits, vegetables, salads, sandwiches, nachos and other assigned foods for distribution; cook food items; mix, slice and chop food items; assure proper temperature of foods.
Perform cashiering duties as assigned; collect and count money and make correct change; prepare, balance and verify cash boxes; operate a cash register as required; maintain related records; prepare bank deposits as needed.
Monitor inventory levels of food service supplies; assist with ordering, receiving, storing and rotating food items and supplies; participate in regular and periodic inventory activities as directed; open cans and replenish containers as necessary.
Assist in determining appropriate quantity of food items for preparation; assist in assuring food service activities comply with established health, safety and sanitary practices, standards and regulations; assist in assuring food service activities meet established schedules and time lines.
Serve as a lead in the absence of the Lead Food Services Worker; train and provide work direction and guidance to designated staff; assign employee duties and review work for compliance with established standards and procedures; upload electronic data as necessary.
Operate standard food service equipment such as ovens, slicers, food carts, can openers, stoves and warmers.
Set up, stock and clean assigned food bar as required.
Maintain various physical and electronic records related to food items, temperatures, inventory and assigned activities.
OTHER DUTIES:
Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Food preparation including washing, cutting and assembling food items and ingredients.
Sanitation and safety practices related to preparing, handling and serving food.
Standard kitchen equipment, utensils and measurements.
Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
Basic inventory practices and procedures.
Oral and written communication skills.
Basic math and cashiering skills.
Proper lifting techniques.
Health and safety regulations.
Record-keeping techniques.
ABILITY TO:
Prepare and serve hot and cold food items at an assigned school site.
Maintain food service facilities, equipment and utensils in a clean and sanitary condition.
Perform cashiering duties as assigned.
Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
Follow health and sanitation requirements.
Assist with ordering, receiving, rotating and inventorying food supplies.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Wash, cut, slice and assemble food items.
Work cooperatively with others.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Make basic math computations.
Maintain various records related to work performed.
Operate a computer and assigned software.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to: one year experience in the preparation and serving of food in large quantities.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT:
Food service environment.
Subject to heat from ovens.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.
Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.
Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
Seeing to read a variety of materials.
Lifting and moving offices supplies and boxes.
Seeing to monitor food quality and quantity.
HAZARDS:
Heat from ovens.
Exposure to very hot foods, equipment, and metal objects.
Working around knives, slicers or other sharp objects.
Exposure to cleaning chemicals and fumes.
**The Education Code requires that a criminal background check be conducted on all persons prior to employment by a school district to ascertain whether the applicant has been arrested or convicted of any crime. Conviction of certain crimes designated as a “violent felony” or a “serious felony” may disqualify a person from employment.
Board Approved: 10/18/06