24-25 - Southside - Food Service Worker IV Lead - 1.0 FTE (40 HPW)

Food Services

Southside Elementary

$25.69 - 25.69 Hourly Wage

Internal Posting Primary Deadline: February 6, 2025

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Purpose Of The Position

Under general supervision, assist with the preparation, packaging, and distribution of school meals. Promote positive attitude and teamwork in the lunchroom in order to provide a pleasant experience for students.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Follow all USDA/DPI and MMSD rules, regulations, and standard operating procedures
• Comply with standards of sanitation and safety in all phases of the school food service program in accordance with all local and state health regulations
• Collect cash and report meals from students and adults, including computer operation in variable operations such as school cafeteria or mobile food cart
• Distribute food in proper portions
• Clean tables, kitchen equipment, and general food service area
• Help with accurate preparation of meals to ensure the highest quality food preparation and high standard of food safety
• Dress appropriately per Employee Handbook
• Respond timely to all communications received (e.g., email, voice message)
• Perform other related duties as assigned
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required to Perform Essential Job Functions:

• Ability and skill in the use and operation of a personal computer
• Ability to count money accurately
• Ability to deal effectively with diverse district personnel, students, and the community
• Ability to ensure timely heating and serving of meals
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal directions and maintain records
• Ability to operate a cash register and handle money
• Knowledge of basic mathematical functions - addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of online Food Safety and Sanitation Program before probation is completed
• Three months of cashiering, customer service, or other related experience
• Six months of food service experience
• Experience working cross-culturally and/or commitment to work toward one's own cultural competence (i.e., valuing difference/diversity, recognizing personal limitations in one's skills and expertise, and having the desire to learn in these areas)
• Positive attitude toward being part of a team effort to make the lunchroom a pleasant experience for students and co-workers
• Must be able to report to work on time and ready to work as scheduled
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• ServSafe Certification
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
  
  

Next Steps

• Upon submitting, your application will be reviewed by the hiring manager. Based on your application materials, a hiring manager may reach out to you to schedule an interview.
  
  

Physical And Sensory Requirements

• Ability to exert very moderate physical effort in sedentary to light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling. Ability to stand for extended periods and walk fast paced during shifts. Ability to lift/carry 10 lbs or less constantly, lift/carry 11-20 lbs frequently, lift/carry 21-50 lbs occasionally, and lift/carry 51-100 lbs rarely.
• Ability to recognize and identify degrees of similarities or differences between characteristics of colors, shapes, sounds, odors and textures associated with job-related objects, materials and tasks. Ability to sustain prolonged visual concentration.
• Ability to operate a variety of office and facilities food production industrial equipment, including computer, telephone, calculator, large scale food production mixers, ovens, conveyor belt, packaging equipment machinery, refrigeration, and freezer units.
  
  

Environmental Adaptability

• Ability to work under generally safe and comfortable conditions where exposure to site environmental factors, such temperature variations or extremes, odors, noise, machinery, and/or electrical currents, may cause discomfort and pose a limited risk of injury.
• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the individual so classified.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Work may require travel to different locations within the district and to off-site meetings
• Position may require working evenings, nights, and some weekends
• School-based positions are required to be in-person unless otherwise directed by the building principal
  
  

Disclaimer: This position description is subject to change at any time. The above job description does not limit the duties and responsibilities listed above. Employees in this position may be required to perform additional job-related tasking as directed by the supervisor.

The Madison Metropolitan School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We continue to seek a diverse and talented workforce. We encourage veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA , and people with disabilities to apply. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship. To be considered for this opportunity, you must apply on our career page.