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Cafe Associate - Food & Nutrition - 5.0 Hours

Chandler Unified School District

Chandler, AZ

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Background Investigation, Communication Skills, Community Support, Conflict Resolution, Cook Dishes, English Language, Food Handling Practices, Food Safety, Food Services, Health Department, High School Diploma, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Manual Dexterity, Microwaves, Nutrition, Pathogens, Performance Testing, Physical Demands, Problem Solving Skills, Public Safety, Record Keeping, Safety Process, Safety/Work Safety, Sales Operations
LOCATION
Chandler, AZ
POSTED
2 days ago
CHANDLER UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICTCLASSIFICATION: SUPPORT STAFFJOB TITLE: CAFE ASSOCIATECALENDAR: 1811H PART TIME 1911FT FULL TIME (9 MONTHS)SALARY: GRADE 106 (SUPPORT HOURLY)Job Goal:To assist in the preparation, serving, and clean-up of food in a quantity food service operation using safe and efficient food handling practices; and to provide accurate and efficient point-of-sale operations while adhering to excellence in customer serviceMinimum Qualifications:* High School Diploma or equivalent required* Ability to read and write English as it pertains to job functions* Current Food Handler's Certificate or acquire within 30 days of hire* Experience in food preparation & handling desired* Satisfactory criminal background check* Must display the ability to work with figures and to make arithmetic calculations* Ability to keep accurate records and operate a computerized cash register/computer* The ability to operate institutional equipment is desired* Must display the ability to communicate effectively with staff, students, parents, and the community regarding the school food and nutrition programs* Vision and hearing are adequate to exercise job responsibilities in a safe manner* Adherence to all policies, rules, and regulationsCore Job Functions:* Demonstrate thorough knowledge of HACCP food safety guidelines and procedures* Collect and account for prepayment and real-time transactions of student meals* Maintain an appropriate change fund for registers* Accurately perform cashier duties and end-of-day procedures as requested* Prepare, stock, and maintain the serving line area and/or assist in food preparation and clean up* Accurately identify a reimbursable meal on the serving line, and provide monitoring and guidance to customers to be sure selections meet federal guidelines* Safely operate standard and specialized kitchen equipment, including convection/combi ovens, microwave ovens, dishwashers, air fryer ovens, food warmers, coolers, and freezers* Set up serving line with appropriate equipment, adhering to safety measures* Wash dishes and equipment according to Maricopa County Health Department guidelines* Clean work areas and dispose of garbage daily* Assist the manager in monitoring and verifying HACCP procedures, including temperature, sanitizing, and storage logs* Ensure product quality by visual inspection and adherence to cooking/serving guidelines* Respond to all internal and external customers, as it relates to the position, in a prompt, efficient, friendly, and patient manner* Perform other duties relating to the general job function as assigned by the supervisorCore Values:* Excellence in all we do. No matter how large or small, we value excellence in all parts of this organization. Excellence is a value, a quality, and our most important product.* Equity and fairness in all things. Education is the great leveler, and we intend for all our students, staff, and patrons to have the opportunity, tools, and ability to succeed and excel.* Collaboration is an effective decision-making model as well as an effective morale-enhancing model.* Integrity is simply non-negotiable. Honesty, integrity, and reliability are the foundations of our organization.* Efficiency is the essence of being a good steward of public trust. We are supported by our community because we continually demonstrate our ability to produce the very best by carefully using the resources available.Professional Qualities:* Function effectively as a team member* Direct constructive criticism toward improving the district* Be flexible and adaptable to change* Exercise positive problem-solving behavior and conflict resolution skills* Maintain courteous, cooperative working relationships with students, staff, parents, and the community* Positively accept direction* Respond to all internal and external customers, as it relates to the position, in a prompt, efficient, friendly, and patient manner* Adhere to the dress code appropriate to the site and job* Follow policies, guidelines, procedures, and directives* Work with a large cross-section of people in a professional and non-judgmental manner* Share sensitive student and staff information on a need-to-know basis* Be a positive role model for students and staff* Be responsible, reliable, and punctualPhysical Requirements - Heavy WorkThis position requires a range of physical abilities to perform the essential duties.Physical Demands: You may be required to do the following tasks frequently:* Standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and sitting.* Using finger or manual dexterity and repetitive finger motion.* Speaking, hearing, and seeing (with or without correction).* Maintaining focus for extended periods.Lifting & Force: The job involves lifting and moving objects with the following frequency:* Occasionally: up to 50 pounds of force.* Frequently: up to 30 pounds of force.* Constantly: up to 30 pounds of force.Working Environment: You may encounter some of the following conditions:* Travel, odors, dust, and poor ventilation.* Limited workspace, loud noises, and bloodborne pathogens.Additional Requirements* You must be able to pass a physical performance test in accordance with the Arizona Department of Public Safety and the Arizona Administrative Code.* Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.Note:The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.Updated 9/10/25

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Chandler Unified School District