
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $20.00 - $21.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Public employees retirement system
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee assistance program
Professional Development
Job Description
Aurora Elementary School, part of the Anchorage School District, is committed to providing high-quality educational and support services to students in a nurturing and inclusive environment. As a public school operating within one of Alaska's largest school districts, Aurora Elementary is dedicated to fostering academic excellence alongside the well-being of students. The Anchorage School District is known for promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring that staff and students thrive in a collaborative setting while adhering to safety and professional standards. The district offers comprehensive training and support for all its employees, including opportunities to engage with innovative educational resources and... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Two years of related work experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement
- One year of food service experience in general food preparation, proper food handling, food safety, and sanitation
- Proficiency in and experience with cashiering and Microsoft Office
- Basic math skills such as addition, subtraction, and multiplication
- Must attend the four-hour ASD Serving It Safe food safety course and pass the associated examination within 21 calendar days from date of hire into the position
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Two years of related work experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement
- One year of food service experience in general food preparation, proper food handling, food safety, and sanitation
- Proficiency in and experience with cashiering and Microsoft Office
- Basic math skills such as addition, subtraction, and multiplication
- Completion of the four-hour ASD Serving It Safe food safety course and passing the associated examination within 21 calendar days of hire
- Preferred one year of supervisory experience including planning and directing daily work schedules
- Experience providing training in staff kitchen responsibilities
- Knowledge of pre-plate and centralized food preparation and delivery
- Previous food service experience as a food service manager
- Experience with food service point of sale and inventory management systems
Job Duties
- Responsible for management of all food and supply inventories, ordering, production records, cash handling procedures, bank deposits and timely submission of any required paperwork to the Student Nutrition office
- Performs tasks to ensure meals are prepared on schedule for an estimated number of students
- Monitors and records all kitchen equipment temperatures, proper food heating and cooling times and temperatures according to Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) requirements
- Resolves complaints in a timely and equitable manner and communicates concerns to supervisor
- Responsible for training, supervision, and evaluation of school cafeteria assistants
- Coordinates employee timecards and leave requests with supervisor as needed
- Ensures timely preparation of all meal programs, and organizes and assigns work to kitchen staff
- Ensures that regulations pertaining to sanitation and food safety practices are observed and maintained
- Responsible for maintaining National School Lunch Program (NSLP) compliance of Free and Reduced meals at the point of sale, as well as keeping accurate records of the same in accordance with Student Nutrition Department and USDA requirements
- Submits maintenance requests and reports any major maintenance problems to supervisor
- Adheres to all Student Nutrition Department and Anchorage School District policies and procedures
- Responsible for knowing and understanding USDA and State guidelines for meal pattern and service requirements
- Effectively plans, organizes and makes decisions independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines
- Assigns and directs student aides and substitute employees as needed
- Establishes and maintains positive and effective working relationships with a broad diversity of students, staff, other Anchorage School District staff, and the public
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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