Food Service Worker

Food Service Worker – Dartmouth Public Schools

Location:

New Bedford, MA

Posted: 4 days ago

Salary: $16.32–$22.94 per hour

Salary: $17.90–$29.99 per hour

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Management and Manufacturing;
Industries:
Primary and Secondary Education

To ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the assigned schools for the School Nutrition Department.

• Performs efficiently and to the best of his/her ability the duties assigned in relation to the preparation of food, serving of food, cashiering and cleaning all areas of the kitchen, or other assigned duties in the time allotted.
• Logs in through AESOP to enter daily attendance and at the earliest possible time if unable to report to work.
• Follows all policies of the School Nutrition Department and instructions relating to safety measures, sanitation practices, personnel standards, cash handling, work techniques, and methods of performing duties.
• Assists with food preparation, including consistent portions of food, cleans kitchen equipment and work area, sets up serving counter, serves food on the line after receiving instructions related to serving portions. Follows standards to check the temperature of food and equipment. Follows meal pattern requirements in serving student meals.
• Washes dishes, trays, flatware, pots, etc.
• Unpacks supplies and assists with stocking and organizing dry storage shelves, refrigerator and freezer, properly rotating stock using the first in first out method.
• Operates all kitchen equipment properly.
• Prepares the kitchen for the opening and closing of the school year.
• Performs any and all tasks assigned by a Supervisor or Lead.
• Reports to assigned school to substitute as needed or directed by the Cafeteria Supervisor or Lead.

Any combination of experience and training that demonstrates the knowledge and experience to perform the work.

• Ability to work in a friendly manner with co‑workers and students, to work independently, under pressure, and/or with frequent interruptions.
• Skill to operate kitchen tools and equipment.
• Follows the direction of the Cafeteria Lead to complete work assignments and work schedule.
• Maintains flexibility in accepting work as assigned.
• Reports to work on time and in the proper designated attire.
• Other duties as assigned to ensure optimal program operation.