Student Dining Services Department
JOB DESCRIPTION:
FOOD SERVICE HELPER JOB DUTIES:
- Performs a variety of tasks as assigned by the Lunchroom Manager, related to the safe handling, preparation and service of food in an elementary and secondary lunchroom.
- Assisting in the preparation of menu items; preparation of vegetables; making sandwiches, salads, entrees etc.
- Handle cash exchange in the form of the a la carte, vending machines, or point of sale.
- Operating kitchen and serving equipment such as ovens, warmers, hot and cold serving lines, dish machines, etc. Setting up serving counters and serving food; washing dishes and utensils; and cleaning equipment and areas.
- This person may act as cashier and may perform more responsible work, such as being in charge of a food serving unit or acting as a temporary substitute for higher level work. This employee also does related work as required.
QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of:
- Working steadily in a kitchen where food is prepared in quantity to meet exacting schedules;
- Operating kitchen and serving equipment;
- Minimum High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Ability to:
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
- Participate in food production;
- Keep work environment neat and orderly;
- Maintain good physical condition and personal cleanliness;
- Work professionally with teams;
- Read, interpret, and follow recipes and instructions;
- Write legibly;
- Work a minimum of one day per work week;
- Lift 40 pounds