What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cafeteria Worker - Lead Cook, Baldwin Lane Elementary School position at Bear Valley Unified?
The job of "Cafeteria Worker H-5” is done for the purpose/s of guiding assigned personnel in food service operation at the elementary and middle school level, preparing and distributing food service items for consumption by students and school personnel; maintaining inventories of food service items; and maintaining facilities in a sanitary condition.
Essential Job Functions:
* Cleans utensils, equipment and the areas of storage, food preparation and serving for the purpose of maintaining sanitary conditions.
* Directs food service workers and other personnel as assigned for the purpose of maximizing the efficiency of the work force and meeting shift requirements.
* Estimates food preparation amounts for the purpose of meeting projected meal requirements and minimizing waste.
* Inspects received items of food and/or supplies for the purpose of ensuring specifications, quantity and quality of orders and/or complying with mandated health requirements.
* Plans menus for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional requirements and/or requests of students and school personnel.
* Prepares documentation for the purpose of providing written support/conveying information.
* Prepares food and beverage items for the purpose meeting mandated nutritional require-ments and projected meal requirements.
* Procures equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining an adequate inventory to complete jobs efficiently within budget guidelines.
* Reconciles cash receipts with other documentation for the purpose of accurate accounting of meals served.
* Responds to inquiries of students, staff and the public for the purpose of providing information and/or direction regarding the type and/or cost of meals.
* Stocks food, condiments, supplies for the purpose of maintaining adequate quantities and security of items.
Other Job Functions:
* Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
Job Requirements - Qualifications:
* Experience Required: Three years’ prior related experience in food preparation/serving with increasing levels of responsibilities, preferably in school and/or instructional setting.
* Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:
Skills to perform basic arithmetic calculations, operate and care for institutional kitchen equipment, use standard office equipment.
Knowledge of modern methods of food preparation, health codes and sanitation principles.
Abilities to stand and walk for prolonged periods, provide direction to others and make independent judgments based on common sense, keep and maintain accurate records, understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Significant physical abilities include balancing, stooping, lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling, reaching/handling/fingering, talking/hearing conversations and other sounds (potential hazards), visual acuity/depth perception/visual accommodation.
* Education Required: High School diploma or equivalent.
* Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required: Food Handler Permit, valid Driver’s License and evidence of insurability, Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance.
SUMMARY OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS RATINGS
JOB TITLE: Cafeteria Worker H-5
The following analysis entails an evaluation of the "Physical Demands" factors of the job as it exists. This method provides a basis for permitting modification to fit the capabilities and needs of workers with disabilities.
Rating Symbol Key: NP = Not Present - Does not exist , F = Frequently - From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time, O = Occasionally - Up to 1/3 of the time, C = Constantly - 2/3 or more of the time
1. STRENGTH:
A. Standing 45%, Walking 45%, Sitting 10%
B. Lifting O 35 lbs, Carrying O 35 lbs, Pushing O 35 lbs, Pulling O35 lbs
2. CLIMBING O, BALANCING C
3. STOOPING F, KNEELING O, CROUCHING O, CRAWLING NP
4. REACHING C, HANDLING C, FINGERING F, FEELING O
5. TALKING: Ordinary C, Other F
HEARING: Conversations C, Other Sounds F
6. SEEING: Acuity, Near C, Acuity, Far O, Depth Perception F, Accommodation F, Color Vision NP, Field of Vision O
7. PHYSICAL DEMANDS RATING SUMMARY: Heavy Work: (2) 3 (4) (5) (6)
(DOL Physical Demand Categories 1 to 6 are very significant to the customary performance of the job if contained in parenthesis)
8. PHYSICAL DEMAND COMMENTS: Examples of climbing balancing are ingress and egress from bus, reaching/handling are driving, inspecting; talking/hearing are conversations (sometimes over student noise), engine, air leak, emergency equipment; visual acuity/depth perception/accommodation/field of vision are driving, observing students.
SUMMARY OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS RATINGS
The following analysis represents evaluation of the surroundings in which the job is performed. Environmental Conditions must by definition be specific and related to the job.
Key to Environmental Factors Rating: NP = Not Present in the Job Environment, F = Frequently - From 1/3 to 2/3 Time, S = Seldom - Under 5% of Work Day, C = Constantly - 2/3 or More Time, O = Occasionally - Up to 1/3 Time
1. ENVIRONMENT: Inside 80% Outside 20%
2. EXTREME COLD O
3. EXTREME HEAT F
4. WET/HUMID C
5. NOISE (IN DECIBELS) 65 decibels, VIBRATION O
Comments Regarding "Noise" = General office conversation and equipment
6. HAZARDS: Mechanical O, Explosives NP, Electrical S, Radiant Energy O, Burns F, Other Hazard/s F
Comments Regarding "Mechanical Hazards" = Mixers, slicers, oven doors, knives
Comments Regarding "Electrical Hazards" = Electrical appliances
Comments Regarding “Radiant Energy” = Ovens
Comments Regarding "Burn Hazards” = Oven, steam tables, hot pans
Comments Regarding “Other Hazardous Conditions” = Wet surfaces (slipping)
Comments Regarding “Fume Exposure = Solvents, ovens
Comments Regarding “Mist Exposure” = Boiling water, dishwater
Comments Regarding "Odor Exposure" = Oven cleaners, bleach, cleaners
Comments Regarding "Dust Exposure" = Flour, pollen
Comments Regarding “Poor ventilation Conditions” = A problem if window is closed or fan is off.
8. PROTECTIVE CLOTHING - DEVICES: Latex/mesh gloves, hair nets, back braces, aprons.
9. E. C. SUMMARY: Inside and Outside Work 2 3 4 (5) (6) 7 Numbers encircled by () indicate significant involvement of factors enumerated and rated above.
