Food Service - 2026-27 Food Service Specialist
2026-27 Food Service Specialist Food Service SupportHourly - Position - Food Service Specialist Job Number: 0000763827 Start Date: Open Date: 02012026 Closing Date: 05302027
PRIMARY PURPOSE
This position involves the performance of all major duties related to food storage, preparation, service, and clean-up operations. The purpose of which is to provide nutritious, appetizing, high-quality meals to promote the health and well-being of school children.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education: Certification: None
Special Knowledge: Skills: Ability to speak, read, write, and understand instructions in English. Ability to plan, coordinate, and produce work in allotted time. Computer literate ability to handle money efficiently and perform routine mathematical calculations. Ability to effectively communicate with administrators, teachers, and parents.
Minimum Experience: No experience necessary
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Must be able to read, write, comprehend, and follow written and oral instruction in English on labels, production charts, and recipes. Must be able to read and identify soaps and chemicals.
Frequent verbal interaction with students, fellow employees, teachers, and parents must have a good rapport with students, staff, co-workers, or parents.
Must be able to take oral and written instruction from Manager and do work-related tasks that the Manager deems necessary. Assist in clean-up chores as assigned by Manager, which could include but is not limited to: • Sweeping • Mopping • Trash duties • Cleaning of vents and floor mats
Must have a current Food Handlers Card. Must practice good hygiene and proper food handling to prevent outbreak of food-borne illness and contamination. Must be knowledgeable of basic food preparation and sanitation practices to ensure food safety. Applies the rules of safety and sanitation to ensure safe food handling, safety in work, and reduction of accidents. Must be able to complete job in time allocated.
Prepares food according to written standardized recipes and procedures. Garnishes all food items assigned for preparation. Carry containers of food or equipment weighing approximately 20 pounds. Washing of pots and pans while bending over sink. Receiving and stocking food supplies if assigned by Manager.
Performs tasks in various locations where needed. Ability to follow directions and plan work. Ability to react to sound for safety. Attend in-service training workshops and conventions whenever possible to learn new techniques and operations. Ability to use garbage disposals and other institutional equipment. Perform other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None listed
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Demands: Standing Walking Bending Stooping Lifting Reaching Pushing Pulling With frequent exposure to water and chemicals.
Mental Demands: The demands associated with time pressures and constraints associated with the overseeing of daily operations.
Environmental Factors: Variable extremes in temperature Loud noises Standing on hard floor surfaces while working Numerous simultaneous activities Dealing with various groups of employees and variance in procedures at individual kitchens.
Equipment used: Institutional mixer Slicer Food processor Disposal Oven Steam table Steamer Braising pan Range Flame broiler Grill Steam-jacketed kettle Sharp knives Walk-in coolers and freezers Hot and cold holding equipment and cash registers Automated POS system and computer
Duty Days: 181 Pay Grade: Auxiliary 2 Login and Apply