Assistant Cook - Floater

Department: Food Service

Reports to: Director of Food Service

Hours: 7:45 am – 1:30 pm on Full Days of School.  Does not work on Half Days of School.

Summary: Assists in the preparation and serving of quality food to customers in an efficient, caring and pleasant manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists with multiple jobs descriptions throughout three kitchens
• Assists in all kitchens as directed.
• Assists with the daily cleaning of all kitchen areas and equipment to ensure cleanliness and sanitary requirements are met.
• Sets up and breaks down serving lines.
• Operates necessary food service and point of sale equipment.
• Addresses student issues and questions in a sympathetic and confidential manner.
• Ensures that food safety standards are met.
• Assists with ordering of supplies as directed by the Head Cook.
• Assists with the storage and safe-keeping of supplies as directed by the Head Cook.
• Ensures that student meals meet USDA meal pattern requirements for reimbursement.
• Completes accurate production records following MDE and departmental standards.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and previous experience with quantity food preparation and service. Recognized Food Safety Manager Certification such as “ServSafe” or equivalent according to the Macomb County Health Department.

Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.  Ability to write simple correspondence.  Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.  Ability to perform these operations using units of US currency and weight measurement, volume and distance. Ability to calculate per serving ingredient quantities based on standardized recipes. Ability to forecast servings based on historical data and current trends.

Reasoning Abilities: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but basic written or oral instructions.  Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to work in a friendly manner with co-workers and students.  Ability to pass written and demonstrative managers exam. Good organization and math skills; ability to lift 50 lbs., ability to perform job and communicate in a noisy environment.  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community.  Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies. Ability to lead and set an example for staff members. Ability to problem solve and improvise under adverse conditions, such as equipment failure.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk and continuously required to stand.  The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk while performing the duties of this job.  The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp tools.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds such as milk crates, frozen foods, canned food etc.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and depth perception and peripheral vision.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in temperatures above 100 degrees and occasionally will walk on slippery surfaces.  The employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints and interact with the public and other workers.  The employee has direct responsibility for the safety, well-being and work output of others.  The noise level in the work environment is frequently loud to where you have to raise your voice to be heard. 

Application Submittals: Applicants interested in applying for this position should submit an application via TalentEd online application system at this link: https://richmondcsd.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Richmond Community Schools is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Richmond Community Schools embraces diversity and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Richmond Community Schools believes in fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability during the application process or employment, please contact (586) 727-3565, ext. 6050.

Salary : $15 - $16