Substitute Food Service Worker

Definition: Under general supervision, performs routine tasks in the preparation, packaging, loading, stocking and serving of food in a cafeteria or food service area; performs a variety of general clerical and cashier-related duties that include maintaining daily records and student accounts preparing various reports, letters, and billings; operates computerized point of sales (POS) system; assists in inventory control; maintains food service areas and equipment in sanitary and orderly condition; and performs related duties as needed and assigned. Assigned duties may be performed in a central kitchen and/or in a satellite cafeteria and may require a split shift in work time and/or work location. Typical Duties: •Assists in the preparation and assembly of all food items in accordance with the state and federal program regulations and health codes. •May assist in the preparation, packaging, and loading of foods for transport to other sites. •Stocks food lines/food cart/snack bar; takes inventory of all items. •Maintains proper storage of food and rotation of stored foods. •Sets up for meal service by placing food on counters, steam tables, and hot carts. •Cleans serving counters, tables, chairs, food containers, and other equipment. •Maintains food service and storage areas in a clean and orderly condition. •Washes any kitchen utensils and equipment used during the course of the day. •Serves and sells food to students and staff in a timely manner. •Monitors students to insure they select appropriate menu choices for reimbursable meals. •Operates computerized POS system, computer and calculator. •Completes and maintains daily food production forms, inventory forms and other simple reports. •Prepares computer printouts for daily as well as end of month cafeteria reports. •May serve as a substitute in a variety of routine cafeteria functions. •Performs other related work as assigned. Qualifications: Knowledge of: •Food preparation methods such as washing, cutting, assembling and wrapping ingredients. •Basic food service procedures, utensils and equipment •Standard commercial kitchen appliances •Sanitation and safety measures in food service areas •Basic mathematics •General clerical procedures using office equipment including POS system, computer and calculator. Ability To: •Lift and carry 50 lbs for medium distances. •Follow applicable health and sanitation requirements. •Work efficiently during rush conditions •Organize time efficiently •Make arithmetical calculations •Keep simple records •Do repetitious work accurately •Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. •To work cooperatively with others, including co-workers, students, teachers, other staff members and parents. •Able to learn and adapt to new procedures or changes in procedures. Personal Characteristics: Should possess the personal characteristics generally recognized as essential for public employees including integrity, initiative, emotional maturity, dependability, courtesy, good judgement and ability to work cooperatively with others. Education: Graduation from high school or the possession of a G.E.D. certificate Experience: At least six months experience in food preparation, kitchen maintenance, general clerical and cashier-related duties and/or dealing with the public is desirable. Physical: Physically and mentally able to perform the essential duties of a position without hazard to themselves or others; ability to stand and walk for long periods of time; ability to sit, bend, kneel, perform grasping and handling motions and torso rotations on a continuous basis; lift and carry 50 lbs; ability to reach in all directions; adequate sight or corrected vision for the purposes of reading printed directions or instructions and operating machines; hear and speak to communicate with co-workers, students and the public in a cafeteria; office environment and outdoor environment; have dexterity of the hands and fingers to operate kitchen and office equipment; ability to work in rush conditions. Other Requirements: Applicants selected for employment will be required to pass a district proficiency test, submit fingerprint clearance, negative TB test at their own expense and a Valid California Driver’s License. REVISED: March 14, 2005 Board Approved: August 9, 2005 CSEA Approved: August 24, 2005 By Raymond Navarro