Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $11.00 - $14.25
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Training and development opportunities
Job Description
Southside Elementary is a well-established educational institution committed to fostering a positive learning environment for students while ensuring the highest standards in all aspects of school operations. Located within a vibrant community, this elementary school places a strong emphasis on nurturing not only academic excellence but also the overall well-being of its students. Among the critical support roles vital to the smooth operation of the school is the Food Service department, where dedicated professionals work diligently to provide nutritious and appealing meals that meet the specific dietary needs of children and staff. Southside Elementary enjoys the support of both parents... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- one year of experience in cooking and baking food in large quantities
- completion of training course for certification of beginning school food personnel as prescribed in 702 KAR 6:045
- ability to lift heavy objects
- ability to stand for extended periods
- ability to follow oral and written directions
- ability to communicate effectively
- basic math skills
- ability to maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards
- ability to operate kitchen equipment safely
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- G.E.D. certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D.
- one year of experience in cooking and baking food in large quantities
- knowledge of principles and methods of quantity food service preparation, serving and storage
- knowledge of sanitation and safety practices related to handling, cooking, baking and serving food
- knowledge of methods of preparing and serving food in large quantities
- knowledge of methods of adjusting and extending recipes and proper substitutions
- knowledge of proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies
- ability to operate standard kitchen equipment and utensils
- ability to prepare attractive, appetizing and nutritious meals
- ability to follow health and safety regulations
- basic math and cashiering skills
- effective oral and written communication skills
- ability to maintain cooperative and effective working relationships
- ability to record and maintain routine records
Job Duties
- Prepare and bake rolls, biscuits, breads, cakes, cookies and other baked goods
- prepare and combine necessary ingredients
- prepare and cook meat dishes, vegetables and other main dishes
- prepare salads, sandwiches, fruit, soups, sauces and other foods
- assist in determining the appropriate quantity of food items for cooking and baking
- adjust and extend recipes as needed
- maintain food quality standards including appearance and nutritional requirements
- monitor temperatures of food to assure safety and quality standards are met
- monitor water temperatures to assure proper temperature for sanitizing
- serve food according to established guidelines and replenish serving containers as needed
- serve and sell lunch items to faculty
- clean cafeteria equipment, utensils and appliances and store food supplies
- assure compliance with kitchen sanitation and safety procedures and regulations
- clean refrigerators and storerooms as required
- assist in storing unused food and supplies
- dispose of unusable leftovers
- utilize proper methods of handling foods to be stored
- operate a variety of standard kitchen utensils and equipment including slicer, chopper, mixer, steamer, fryer, dishwasher, electric warmer, range, oven, pressure cooker, cash register, dishwasher and other cafeteria equipment as required
- train and provide work direction to others
- record amounts of food sold and monies collected as assigned
- assist with inventory and maintain routine records as directed
- prepare records of foods cooked and foods leftover
- prepare and bake food for special events as needed
- assist at banquets or special events as required
- assist in other food service areas as needed
- collect money and make correct change
- perform related duties as assigned
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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