School Cafeteria Worker

Position: Cafeteria Worker
Employment Type: Hourly (Part-time)
Reports To: Cafeteria Manager
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Hours: 7:15 AM – 1:15 PM M- F

Position Summary: Assist the Cafeteria Manager to provide a high quality cafeteria experience for the students and to ensure that the school food service is operated so as to comply with state and local regulations regarding the commercial preparation and distribution of food. To provide excellent maintenance of required documentation and vendor files while complying with all corporate, local, state and federal guidelines and procedures.

General Responsibilities:

• Share a commitment to the success of the mission, goals, and objectives of the Campus Community School.
• Set high expectations and standards for the food service provided by Campus Community School.
• Function as a Cafeteria Monitor, Cashier, or Kitchen Staff as needed and assigned.
• Support the Cafeteria Manager by offering organizational assistance that ensures compliance with all corporate, local, state and federal guidelines and procedures.
• Support a school philosophy that values continuous learning for adults tied into student learning and other school goals.
• Support all efforts to provide opportunities for the community to be involved in student and school success.
• Demonstrate genuine concern for students in a climate characterized by high personal expectations.
• Promote healthful eating and good citizenship through actions as a role model.
• Provide a cafeteria atmosphere based on the principles of firm, fair, and consistent practices, respect for individual children, and the development of responsible citizenship.
• Keep the Cafeteria Manager informed of all necessary information including customer and staff complaints/incidents..
• Other duties as assigned by Administration or Cafeteria Manager.

Primary Tasks:

• Cafeteria Monitor
• Cashier
• Restock service line as needed.
• Assist in meal preparation and service as needed.
• Kitchen Staff
• Comply with state and local regulations regarding the commercial preparation and distribution of food.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment by following Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and other sanitation principles in food handling and equipment use.
• Practice proper food preparation, food holding and display/marketing techniques that assure high quality food products and customer satisfaction.
• Assist in inspecting cooking equipment and utensils for cleanliness and functional operation.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper sanitation in the kitchen area including: washing dishes and all utensils used in food preparation and service; daily cleaning of counter tops, oven, stove, warmers and other kitchen surfaces; cleaning refrigerators, freezers, cabinets, carts.
• Assist and record information on production report on daily basis. Record temperatures of all refrigeration and freezer units on daily basis.
• Under supervision of Cafeteria Manager inventory supplies, equipment and food, and assist in putting away deliveries in a timely manner.
• Report supply needs and equipment loss or damage to the Cafeteria Manager.
• Prepare food in accordance with established procedures and protocols, including the use of appropriate protective clothing such as plastic gloves and hairnets.
• Avoid waste in purchasing or use of food supplies and materials.

Performance Standards:

• Complete preparation duties and maintain desired temperature of food being served within operational time parameters.
• Be consistent and reliable in arrival and attendance, including staff development days as required, in order to assure the proper training, and operation of the kitchen.
• Keep Cafeteria Manager informed of planned/unplanned time off.
• Conduct one-self according to professional, ethical principles. Continuously strive to improve food preparation methods, service techniques, and interpersonal relationships.
• Display personal qualities that reflect favorably upon the individual, the group and the school.
• Display pride in being a member of the Campus Community School team.
• Adhere to all procedures and policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Display a professional appearance.
• Maintain a positive working relationship with faculty, staff, board members, parents, students, authorizer and community.
• Be courteous, professional and tactful at all times.

Required Skills:
Knowledge of basic nutritional principles and demonstrated ability to plan and serve well balanced meals and snacks. Three years directly related experience may be substituted for the educational requirement.
In addition, must demonstrate the ability to:

• Communicate orally and in writing.
• Maintain an organized work environment.
• Work on multiple projects and respond to requests and deadlines in an accurate, timely manner.
• Make sound decisions within the parameters of authority.
• Move groceries and cooking supplies as needed. Ability to lift up to 48 pounds, carry 48 pounds, and push/pull 35 pounds of force.
• Stand and walk on hard surfaces for extended periods.
• Bend, stoop or crouch occasionally.
• Withstand frequent use of hands and fingers
• Ability to work in the presence of loud background noise
• Ability to adapt to changes in room temperature.

Preferred Education/Skills:

• High School Diploma or GED. Experienced cook with at least one year experience in a commercial establishment preferred.
• Be ServSafe certified (we would need a copy of your certificate for our records)

Disclaimer: This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of this position. It is not intended to limit, or in any way to modify, the right of any supervisor to assign, direct or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The use of a particular illustration shall not be used to exclude non-listed duties of similar kind or level of difficulty.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 – 29.5 per week

Shift:

• Day shift

Ability to Commute:

• Dover, DE 19904 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Dover, DE 19904: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $19