School Cafeteria Assistant

Anchorage, AK, US|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $15.31 - $16.32

Benefits

Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) membership

competitive hourly wage

part-time work schedule

Opportunity to work in a supportive educational environment

Paid training including food safety certification

Positive work culture with diversity and inclusion focus

Job Description

The Anchorage School District (ASD) is a comprehensive public school district located in Anchorage, Alaska, serving a diverse population of students spanning from elementary to high school. As one of the largest school districts in the state, ASD prides itself on fostering an inclusive and supportive educational environment that attends to both academic and social growth. The district operates numerous schools, including Mears Middle School, which is known for its commitment to student achievement, community involvement, and providing extracurricular opportunities that enhance the educational experience. ASD values its staff members and aims to provide a positive workplace culture where employees... Show More

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Two years of related work experience may be considered in lieu of education
Proficient in basic math 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
Ability to stand, walk, sit frequently
Ability to lift items weighing less than 40 lbs occasionally
Ability to understand vague and implicit instructions
Ability to handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure
Ability to manage stress in a dynamic work environment

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Two years of related work experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement
Experience using a touch screen point of sale system and knowledge of cashiering practices and procedures preferred
Previous food service experience preferred
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions in English
Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse groups

Job Duties

Assists in food preparation, cooking, heating, filling of meal orders for cashiers, and demonstrates through work efforts an understanding of sanitation and food service practices and procedures
Works independently in a fast-paced work environment within limited timelines
Sorts and stores food deliveries and reports supply shortages
Assists in basic inventory needs and record keeping assignments, preparing simple reports and recording data as needed
Operates point of sale system, makes change, and counts daily receivables
Wipes counters, cleans and sanitizes equipment, refrigerators, and freezers, sweeps and mops floors, washes daily laundry, and performs other routine cleaning/sanitation tasks
Transfers trays, baskets, containers, utensils, and food items from one location to another as necessary
Establishes and maintains positive and effective working relationships with a broad diversity of students, staff, other Anchorage School District personnel, and the public

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