Part-Time Food Service Aide

Lyons, IL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Exact $16.00

Job Description

The position of Food Service Aide is offered within a well-structured Food & Nutrition Department, dedicated to providing exceptional food preparation and distribution services at a school setting. This role operates under the supervision of the Food Service Supervisor and does not entail supervising any staff. It represents a part-time opportunity, offering between 15 and 25 hours per week, paying a starting hourly wage of $16.24. Although this position is classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act, it provides a vital support function in maintaining smooth daily food operations within the educational institution. This employment does not currently... Show More

Job Requirements

Some high school coursework required
Prior completion of food safety coursework preferred
Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
Ability to work in varying temperature environments including heat and cold
Ability to access and navigate all areas of the school
Ability to follow safety and sanitation regulations
Must be punctual and reliable
Ability to perform routine food preparation and cleaning tasks
Basic computer skills for entering financial data

Job Qualifications

Some high school coursework
Prior completion of food safety coursework preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Basic understanding of or ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety
Basic understanding of or ability to learn food-handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures
Ability to work efficiently and quickly
Ability to work well as part of a team
Ability to work well under pressure
Ability to maintain personal cleanliness
Ability to listen, read, and follow instructions and directions
Ability to operate cooking and food preparation equipment
Ability to follow safety rules and guidelines throughout the kitchen and school
Proficient in Google Suite or similar software
Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures

Job Duties

Prepares batches of food that are cooked to order or kept warm until distributed
Prepares, washes, and cuts food to be cooked
Prepares and cooks food according to instructions or through verbal directions
Multitasks by cooking several different items at once, ensuring that all items are prepared in accordance with instructions
Maintains overall sanitation, health, cleanliness, and safety standards for food preparation areas, cooking services, and dishes and utensils
Cuts, weighs, or measures ingredients according to provided instructions
Prepares meat and poultry for cooking as instructed
Prepares vegetables to be used as condiments
combines salad ingredients
Arranges prepared food on serving trays or in designated area for retrieval by students and staff
Prevents the spoilage of ingredients through proper storage in designated containers and in designated areas
Monitors the temperature of food and food storage areas
Ensures kitchen is adequately stocked, including but not limited to accepting deliveries, transporting deliveries to the kitchen, and stocking kitchen with delivered items
Notifies Food Service Coordinator when supplies are low or equipment requires repair
Adheres to all food handling and safety regulations throughout the kitchen and school
Assists with food preparation as directed, operating food production equipment as required to complete tasks
Clears, cleans, and sanitizes tables
Maintains, cleans, and sanitizes workstations
Cleans and sanitizes dishes, utensils, pots, pans, and other containers and returns to appropriate location in the kitchen area
Refills condiments or other supplies
Follows all safety and sanitation guidelines and regulations to ensure quality food service
Records numerical and financial data to produce financial records
Ensures financial data is entered correctly and accurately
Enters journal entries to debit and credit the school accounts
Generates accounting and audit reports for cash receipts, accounts payable and receivable, expenditures, and profits and losses
Reconciles and reports differences or issues found in financial records
Participates in professional development opportunities as necessary
Attends work as scheduled and arrives in a timely manner
Performs other related duties as assigned

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