What are the responsibilities and job description for the 24-25 - Elvehjem - Food Service Worker III - 0.875 FTE (35 HPW) position at mmsd?
Internal Posting Primary Deadline: 2/27/2025
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:30 am - 1:30 pm
Why You Should Work with MMSD!
MMSD is seeking highly motivated and energetic applicants for openings for the 2024-2025 school year.
Becoming a Model School District
The Madison Metropolitan School District is committed to being anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive. We have a simple but bold vision — to ensure that every school is a thriving school, fostering the growth of every student so they graduate from high school ready for college, career and community.
Our strategy is captured in our strategic framework, and centers on three major goals: that all children achieve academically, that our schools are places where children and adults thrive, and that our Black youth excel at school. To achieve this vision, we seek to retain staff in all positions, who are committed to being anti-racist, culturally responsive, and inclusive. Staff who will actively contribute to our ongoing commitment to making MMSD a thriving, welcoming environment for all students, families and staff.
We firmly believe and are here to create a work environment that is challenging and rewarding, while supporting you in your career path. We aim to foster, cultivate, and retain a skilled workforce that supports and mirrors the diversity of our student population.
We know this vision doesn't come to life without dynamic leaders and support staff in every school.
About Our District
The Madison Metropolitan School District is the second largest school district in Wisconsin. The district serves a beautifully diverse population of more than 27,000 students. More than half are students of color. Almost half come from low income households. Nearly one third are English Language Learners, and more than 100 languages are represented in our schools. Madison schools are committed to making this district a place where every child thrives.
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
Follow all USDA/DPI and MMSD rules, regulations, and standard operating procedures
Collect cash and report meals from students and adults, including computer operation
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
Maintain student account records
Operate various kitchen equipment, including convection oven
Fill in for Lead FSW IV in event of their absence and follow FSW IV job description
Sub for Site Leads when they are absent
Accurately enter meal counts for claiming
Accurately enter food orders, maintain production records, and read recipes
Accurately open/close POS system and reconcile daily cash receipts, bank deposits, and sales reports
Dress appropriately per Employee Handbook
Respond timely to all communications received (e.g., email, voice message)
Perform other related duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
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 operate various commercial kitchen equipment
Ability to read and follow written and verbal directions and maintain records
Ability to operate a cash register and handle money
Ability to scale recipes and production records to match daily demand
Ability to coordinate cooking/batching of food to ensure the highest possible quality
Knowledge of basic mathematical concepts
Knowledge of large scale food production
