What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Service - District position at Haysville Unified School District 261?
USD 261 EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT STAFF POSITION DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE: FOOD SERVICE COOK
SUPERVISOR: Kitchen Manager/Director of Food Service
PAYMENT RATE: According to Educational Support Staff Salary Schedule
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must have food handler’s license.
- Maintain current TB testing as required by Health Department regulations (after employment offer is made).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Prepare foods as specified on menus and/or according to plans set by the Director of Food Service to provide nourishing meals to the districts’ students and staff.
- Perform food handling, line service or table service under strict safety and sanitary guidelines and regulations for the purpose of complying with state regulations.
- Assess amounts of food as directed and replenish food in the line as required so food delivery is within the specified time allotted.
- Implement local and governmental policies and regulations as required for the purpose of complying with state and city regulations.
- Store and shelve food supplies in an orderly manner for the purpose of providing a safe and orderly work environment.
- Abide by practices and procedures to safely lift and carry supplies for the purpose of personal safety for each employee.
- Practice safe operation of food service equipment and meet all district safety requirements for the purpose of complying with State regulations.
- Clean food service areas, maintain sanitary conditions, wash hands upon arrival, and wear a hairnet during work hours for the purpose of complying with state regulations.
- Perform major cleaning of refrigerators, storerooms, and ovens at regularly scheduled intervals as required for the purpose of providing a sanitary work place.
- Store chemicals and other possible food contaminants appropriately as required to avoid any contamination issues.
- Observe and report possible contamination, sanitary or safety conditions to Director of Food Service for the purpose of keeping with state and local regulations.
- Maintain a high level of confidentiality regarding student and staff information in order to remain in compliance with legal requirements and to maintain a professional work environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit. .
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
- Ability to maintain a neat and clean appearance.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a daily basis.
- Ability to pull or push heavy objects.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: At will
PERFORMANCE REVIEW: Performance effectiveness evaluated in accordance with Kansas Statutes and Board of Education Policy.
APPROVED: 07/21/2008