Food Service Worker - RHS

Job Title: Food Service Worker Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Reports to: Cafeteria Manager

Campus: Rice High School

Primary Purpose

Prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements. Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

None specified

Special Knowledge/Skills

Ability to understand food preparation and safety instructions

Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures

Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools

Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations

Computer knowledge preferred

Ability to travel between campuses in district as need arises

Experience

None

Major Responsibilities And Duties

Food Preparation and Serving

• Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested, uniform recipes.
• Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures.
• Practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.
• Assist in putting deliveries away and with handling of food items and supplies. Maintain a clean and organized storage area.
  
  

Safety and Sanitation

• Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards.
• Follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.
• Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
  
  

Other

• Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.
• Handle and record cashier functions accurately.
• Help record food requisitions and orders necessary supplies.
• Maintain daily HACCP and food preparation records.
• Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Equipment Used

Large and small kitchen equipment and tools including electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, sharp cutting tools, oven, dishwasher, and food and utility cart

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Continual standing, walking, pushing, and pulling; frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, and climbing (ladder), moderate lifting and carrying; moderate exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures.

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