What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substitute Food Service Helper - 2026/2027 position at Monett R-1 School District?
The Monett R-1 School District is seeking qualified Substitute Food Service Helpers for the 2026/2027 school year to work on an as needed basis. The Substitute Food Service Helper assists in the preparation and service of quality food to students in a quick and pleasant manner.
General Expectations:
- Supports the mission of Monett R-1 School District.
- Supports the value of education.
- Complies with the privacy rights of students.
- Safeguards confidential and/or sensitive information.
- Communicates effectively with all the members of the school district and community.
- Provides excellence in customer service both internally and externally.
- Reacts to change productively.
- Keeps abreast of new information, innovative ideas and techniques.
- Maintains accurate records and filing systems for accountability and audit purposes.
- Ensures that all activities conform to district, state, or federal guidelines.
Essential Functions:
- Plans the preparation of and prepares all food items
- Assists with the daily cleaning of all kitchen equipment to ensure cleanliness and sanitary conditions are met
- Reports inferior quality of food or faulty equipment to the appropriate authority
- Prepares food according to a planned menu and tested, uniform recipes, and determines if the finished product is of best quality both in flavor and appearance before it is served
- Records all food requisitions from the storeroom
- Sets up and breaks down serving lines (salad bar, hot food, ala carte, etc.)
- Operates ovens, deep fat fryer, pressure steamer, steam jacket kettle, tilting skillet, range slicer, chopper, mixer, dishwasher machine, and other food preparation.