What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cafe Cook - Palo Verde (8088) position at Nutrition Services?
The job of Cafe Cook is done for the purpose/s of cooking, baking and preparing food items that meet mandated nutritional requirements and/or requests of students/staff; verifying quantities and specifications of orders; and maintaining facilities in a safe and sanitary condition.
This job reports to the Cafe Site Manager.
Essential Functions:
- Cleans utensils, equipment, as well as storage, food preparation and serving areas
- Estimates food preparation amounts
- Evaluates prepared food for flavor, appearance and temperature
- Inspects and inventories food items and/or supplies
- Oversees and participates in the preparation, cooking and serving of food and beverage items
- Prepares documentation, (e.g. production sheets, daily reports, inventory logs, equipment order forms, etc.)
- Procures food items, equipment and supplies from warehouse and/or outside vendors
- Serves one or more items of food (selected locations only)
- Stocks food, condiments and supplies
- Assists other personnel as may be required
- Maintains confidentiality of student school lunch eligibility and participates in various activities (e.g. estimate/requisition food quantities, marketing activities, barbeques, picnics, etc.).
Qualifications:
- Criminal justice/fingerprint clearance
- Experience desired
- Ability to read, write and communicate clearly in English
5.5 or 8 hours daily. This is a 10 month School Year position only.