Cook (full-time) - Olmsted Elementary

<sup>TITLE:  Cook

LOCATION: Olmsted Elementary

PURPOSE:  The purpose of the Cook is to assist in administering an effective and efficient nutrition services program for Urbandale Schools.


Please review the UCSD Actions of Excellence to gain an understanding of the expecations for UCSD employees.</sup>

^{QUALIFICATIONS:}
(Skills, Knowledge, Abilities, Education, Certification/Licensure, Experience, Equipment)  

^{Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:}

1. Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HAACP) knowledge desired.

2. Knowledge of quantity food preparation and techniques for preserving nutritional value.

3. Knowledge of food service regulation and sanitary codes governing food service operations.

4. Knowledge of work safety.

5. Knowledge of security and emergency procedures.

6. Manual dexterity in handling of all equipment.
7. Flexibility to accimlate to drastic changes in environment (i.e. hot in kitchen, cold in freezer, etc.)
8. Ability to work in a kitchen atmosphere (sometimes noisy, possible food allergen exposure).
9. Ability to operate all equipmet.
10. Flexibility to handle peak rush periods.
11. Ability to interpret a variety in written, oral, diagram, or schedule forms.
12. Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English.
13. Knowledge of computers.
14. Knowledge of record keeping and basic mathematical skills.
15. Strong customer service skills.

16. Ability to meet and work with people in a pleasant manner.

^Education:

^{1. High School Diploma or equivalent required.}

^{Certification/Licensure:}

<sup>1. 4-6 hours training within first year with Certification of Completion covering: Nutrition, Food Safety/Sanitation, School Nutrition Orientation
2. ServSafe Certification - Required within one year of hire or when training is available to staff. This training will be at no cost to the employee and will be a paid day. Failure to pass exam will require employee to redo at their expense and on their own time within 6 months of initial testing. Certification of ServSafe must be maintained throughout employment.</sup>

^Experience:

^{1. Quantity cooking experience preferred.}

^Equipment:

^{1. Office equipments such as cell phone, multi-line phone system, fax machines, copiers, and computers.}

^{ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:}

<sup>1. Knowledge of USDA Meal Pattern Requirements and Nutrition Standards.
2. Knowledge and ability to perform all nutrition positions within the kitchen or work site to which assigned.
3. Maintain compliance with state and local health regulations.
4. Professionally interact with all personnel, students, building patrons, federal/state inspectors, vendors, and delivery drivers.
5. Leads the preparation of food and ensures correct quantities are prepared for kitchen and satellite kitchens.
6. Ensures quality food products are served.
7. Assists with set-up and serving for both breakfast and/or lunch.
8. Displays and organizes food in an attractive manner.
9. Correctly portions and neatly serves food items when needed.
10. Maintains cleanliness and neatness of work area.
11. Assists in handling of leftover food appropriately and in accordance with food safety guidelines.
12. Leads in maintaining neatness, organization, and rotation of stock.
13. Cleans up kitchen and serving area, including but not limited to, dishes, sweeping, and mopping.
14. Reports to the Production Kitchen Manager and/or Director of Nutrition Services all relevant matters.
15. Follows Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points guidelines in all areas of the kitchen.
16. Attends district meetings and classes.
17. Maintains a reliable attendance record.
18. Performs other duties as assigned.</sup>

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS:

- None

REPORTS TO:

- Production Kitchen Manager
- Director of Nutrition Services

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

- Satisfactory health as certified by a competent medical authority upon hire.
- Ability to stand and walk 90% of work day.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly.

- Repetitious bending, lifting, and hand movement.

- Ability to work while standing, moving and/or walking.

- Drug, tobacco, and alcohol-free while working.

- Must be able to see and hear within normal limits with or without corrective lenses or hearing aids.

- Ability to operate a motor vehicle used to travel between sites.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

- Majority of work is performed in a kitchen or school setting.

- Occasional meetings outside the school day.

- Occasional exposure to body fluids, fumes, noise, and hazardous materials and emergency situations.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

- At-will employee.

- Letter of Assignment.

- Per Board Policies and administrative guidlines.

- Performance evaluated annually.

No student enrolled in the Urbandale Community School District shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in the District's programs on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status (for program), ethnic background, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, age (for employment) or socio-economic background (for program). The policy of the District shall be to provide educational programs and opportunities for students as needed on the basis of individual interests, values, abilities and potential. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district office at 11152 Aurora Ave, Urbandale, IA or call 515.457.5000. The district's Equity Coordinator is Ms. Stephanie Davis, daviss@urbandaleschools.com.

Salary : $18