- Assists in the preparation of meal portions which involves cooking and baking using various utensils and appliances; may perform specialized duties such as baking, frying, broiling, etc. or preparing meats, vegetables, salads, desserts, sandwiches, etc. Demonstrates the ability to measure and mix ingredients according to recipes, and prepares, seasons, and cooks food appropriately. Effectively plans and coordinates work schedules so that foods will be ready at required times.
- Always ensures that all foods meet existing standards for quality, freshness, taste and appearance and ensures that required sanitary levels are maintained throughout the food preparation process.
- Demonstrates the ability to set up the steam table and serving line; obtains and places dishes, silverware, hot and cold foods, baked goods, beverages, desserts, and condiments. Serves students and staff from the cafeteria counter; keeps dispensing and related equipment full and operating for service. Effectively maintains prepared and partially prepared foods in optimum condition until served. Devises best methods of presentation.
- Maintains the cleanliness of the kitchen and cafeteria areas; washes dishes; clears counters, sweeps and mops floors; cleans freezers, coolers, and storage areas; cleans kitchen appliances; cleans and maintains the garbage collection area. Ensures that all cooking equipment and utensils are inspected and maintained for proper operation.
- Operates and/or utilizes various appliances and equipment such as ovens, stoves, mixers, dishwasher, deep fryer, etc. Is effective in notifying supervisor of problems and needs concerning equipment and food supplies, assists in food orders and inventories.
- Maintains files of recipes and menu items; estimates food items needed; inspects, weighs, measures, washes and otherwise prepares food items for cooking and serving.
- Interacts with immediate supervisor, students, parents, teachers, school staff and administration.
- Performs duties in compliance with safety and health standards. Stores stock in an efficient and safe manner.
- Performs other related duties as assigned or requested by the Food Service Manager, Food Service Director and Superintendent of Schools.
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- Ability to conduct food preparation and service activities in an effective and timely manner in accordance with all applicable regulations, standards and requirements.
- Ability to interact in an effective manner with co-workers, supervisor, students, teachers, and the general public.
- Ability to operate and utilize all food service equipment, tools and materials in a safe and effective manner.
- Ability to maintain food service areas, equipment and utensils.
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