Cook/Cashier

TITLE: Cook/Cashier

APPROX. HOURS: Varies by building

JOB SUMMARY: To prepare and serve nutritious meals to students

The employee will frequently work in different areas of the kitchen and cafeteria performing their duties.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent education and experience.
• Strong customer service and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with students, coworkers, and school staff.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, walk, and handle objects, serving utensils, equipment controls, and food.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage frequent interruptions.
• Capable of working independently and efficiently prioritizing work activities.
• Tactful when interacting with others.
• Ability to follow instructions, respond to supervisor guidance, and take responsibility for actions.
• Knowledge of cooking procedures and equipment is a plus.
• Proficiency in English, including spelling, grammar, and composition.
• Ability to pass a background check and physical ability exam (lifting 30 lbs) prior to hire.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete tasks as assigned by the Department Head, Kitchen Manager, and Food & Nutrition Director.
• Prepare food following standardized recipes and proper food safety protocols.
• Safely operate kitchen equipment and maintain sanitary work conditions.
• Clean and maintain food service equipment and facilities.
• Serve food in accordance with portion sizes outlined by state guidelines, ensuring food safety.
• Foster positive relationships with students and staff.
• Assist with record-keeping and inventory managementReceive training for kitchen tasks, progressing through levels as determined by the Kitchen Manager, and complete tasks efficiently and on time.
• Maintain high ethical standards and confidentiality when handling student, staff, or parent information.
• Adhere to district policies and School Food and Nutrition program guidelines.
• Ensure regular attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties are primarily performed in the cafeteria and kitchen areas, requiring standing or walking for extended periods. Physical stamina is necessary to endure continuous standing, stooping, reaching, grasping, kneeling, walking, bending, and lifting objects weighing up to 30 pounds. Proper lifting techniques and the use of equipment like utility carts, can racks, dunnage racks, and stepping stools are required to assist with physical demands. The ability to tolerate temperature fluctuations typical of food service facilities is essential.

Effective vocal communication is necessary for expressing and exchanging ideas, while hearing is required to understand information at normal spoken word levels. Visual acuity is needed for reviewing written or computer data, checking work accuracy, and observing the surroundings. Cooks will interact daily with teachers, students, administrators, the public, and other staff members. The ability to handle complaints, maintain a service-oriented attitude, and work well with others in a potentially small work environment is expected.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. The information contained in this job description is in compliance with the American Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. The Clear Creek Amana School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation or gender identity. Federal law obligates an employee to provide reasonable accommodation for the know disabilities of applicants, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship on the employer.