Job Overview
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $14.00
Benefits
hourly wage
Paid Time Off
supportive work environment
Employee assistance program
Training and development opportunities
Safe workplace
Community involvement
Job Description
Delphi Community High School is a well-regarded educational institution committed to providing a supportive and engaging learning environment for its students. The school is known for its dedication to academic excellence and enriching extracurricular activities, fostering a holistic development for young learners. It strives to offer an inclusive community where students, parents, and staff collaborate to nurture growth, learning, and well-being. Located in a vibrant area, Delphi Community High School plays a pivotal role in shaping the educational landscape for the local community, ensuring that each student receives quality education combined with essential life skills and social development.
The school is currently seeking a Cafeteria Cook, Server, Prep for a full-time, 7-hour position to contribute significantly to its food services department. This role offers an hourly pay rate of $14.00, covering a 184-day contract. The primary purpose of this position is to serve students attractive and nutritious meals in an atmosphere that promotes efficiency, cleanliness, and warmth. Reporting directly to the Cafeteria Manager and the Building Principal, the ideal candidate will be responsible for food preparation, serving, and maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment.
This position requires a candidate with prior experience in food preparation and a genuine ability to interact well with students, parents, and the wider school community. The role is multifaceted and involves assisting with food shipment verification, portion control based on age and state requirements, food serving according to planned menus and tested recipes, and maintaining the cleanliness of kitchen equipment and dining areas. The candidate will also play a key role in payment collection for meals and managing dishwashing processes, including maintaining dishwashing equipment and sanitary standards.
The successful candidate will contribute to maintaining the highest standards of safety and cleanliness, fostering a welcoming atmosphere for students and staff in the cafeteria. As a critical member of the food services team, the Cafeteria Cook, Server, Prep will ensure that all operations conform to federal, state, and local regulations and school policies. This position is ideal for an individual who enjoys working in a school environment and is passionate about delivering excellent food safety and customer service. The candidate will also need to report any injuries or unsafe situations immediately to supervisors to uphold a safe working environment.
Moreover, the job entails various other responsibilities as assigned by the Food Service Director or Building Principal, highlighting the importance of flexibility and cooperation within the school framework. The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality food service for students of diverse backgrounds. Overall, this is an excellent opportunity for those seeking a stable and rewarding school cafeteria position that directly impacts student well-being and school community satisfaction.
The school is currently seeking a Cafeteria Cook, Server, Prep for a full-time, 7-hour position to contribute significantly to its food services department. This role offers an hourly pay rate of $14.00, covering a 184-day contract. The primary purpose of this position is to serve students attractive and nutritious meals in an atmosphere that promotes efficiency, cleanliness, and warmth. Reporting directly to the Cafeteria Manager and the Building Principal, the ideal candidate will be responsible for food preparation, serving, and maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment.
This position requires a candidate with prior experience in food preparation and a genuine ability to interact well with students, parents, and the wider school community. The role is multifaceted and involves assisting with food shipment verification, portion control based on age and state requirements, food serving according to planned menus and tested recipes, and maintaining the cleanliness of kitchen equipment and dining areas. The candidate will also play a key role in payment collection for meals and managing dishwashing processes, including maintaining dishwashing equipment and sanitary standards.
The successful candidate will contribute to maintaining the highest standards of safety and cleanliness, fostering a welcoming atmosphere for students and staff in the cafeteria. As a critical member of the food services team, the Cafeteria Cook, Server, Prep will ensure that all operations conform to federal, state, and local regulations and school policies. This position is ideal for an individual who enjoys working in a school environment and is passionate about delivering excellent food safety and customer service. The candidate will also need to report any injuries or unsafe situations immediately to supervisors to uphold a safe working environment.
Moreover, the job entails various other responsibilities as assigned by the Food Service Director or Building Principal, highlighting the importance of flexibility and cooperation within the school framework. The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality food service for students of diverse backgrounds. Overall, this is an excellent opportunity for those seeking a stable and rewarding school cafeteria position that directly impacts student well-being and school community satisfaction.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience in food preparation or related field
- Ability to maintain cleanliness and safety standards
- Ability to interact positively with students, parents, and staff
- Ability to follow specific recipes and portion guidelines
- Physical capability to perform kitchen duties including lifting and standing for extended periods
- Ability to operate dishwashing machinery
- Willingness to report unsafe conditions and follow school guidelines
Job Qualifications
- Experience in working with food preparation
- Ability to work with students, parents, and the community
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
Job Duties
- Maintain the highest standards of safety and cleanliness in the kitchen
- Assist in checking food shipments into the school
- Assist in determining the size of servings to meet age and state requirements
- Assist in preparing and serving food according to planned menu and tested recipes
- Assist in serving students and staff as time permits
- Assist in daily cleaning of all kitchen equipment and washing/sterilizing dishes, silverware, and utensils
- Remove used dishes and assist in cleaning counters, tables, carts, and furnishings in dining and serving areas
- Assist in maintaining a clean and organized cooler, freezer, and store room
- Assist in serving and collecting payment for student and staff breakfast, lunch, and ala carte purchases
- Maintain trash and garbage collection area in a neat and sanitary fashion
- Operate the dishwashing machine including soap loading
- Perform daily and weekly cleaning of all dishwashing equipment
- Report all injuries to immediate supervisor and fill out appropriate forms
- Report hazardous or unsafe situations to immediate supervisor and fill out necessary forms
- Conform to all school rules and regulations and comply with laws related to employee duties
- Perform other tasks as assigned by Food Service Director or Building Principal
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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