Food Nutrition Worker Substitute

Job Summary:

This position involves working under moderate supervision to prepare and serve food according to a planned menu of tested and uniform recipes. The ideal candidate will have the ability to understand written and verbal food preparation and safety instructions, as well as operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Prepare quality food according to menu requirements, maintaining high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices.
2. Serve food according to meal schedules and administrative procedures, promoting portion control and proper use of leftovers.
3. Store and handle food items and supplies safely, maintaining a clean and organized storage area.

Safety and Sanitation:

1. Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards and follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.
2. Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary.
3. Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.

Additional Duties:

1. Handle and record cashier functions accurately.
2. Help record food requisitions and order necessary supplies.
3. Maintain daily food preparation records.
4. Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.

Work Environment:

The work environment is a commercial kitchen with exposure to extreme temperatures, humidity, noise, vibration, and other hazards. The ideal candidate will be able to work effectively in this environment while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

Qualifications:

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to understand written and verbal food preparation and safety instructions
• Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures
• Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools
• Ability to perform basic math

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard large and small kitchen equipment and tools including electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, deep-fat fryer, sharp cutting tools, stove, oven, dishwasher, and food/utility cart

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stoop, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Continual walking; frequent climbing (ladder), grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching/overhead reaching

Lifting: Frequent moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds)