Cafeteria Worker

TITLE:  Cafeteria Worker 

JOB DESCRIPTION/ RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assume the responsibilities and duties designated by the manager. The staff employee is supervised by the manager or assistant manager and performs duties such as safe preparation and handling of food, cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and facilities, serving of food, cashiering and record keeping as required, and other related work as required.
 
QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Each worker shall be able to read, write, and comprehend weights and measures on standardized recipes
2. Ability and willingness to follow instructions, either written or verbal
3. Willingness to work in any situation when production kitchen is involved
4. Emotional stability and physical fitness to perform duties assigned at sufficient speed to carry out an efficient operation
5. Personal standards of appearance and dress code commensurate with those required by food service
6. Interest in food preparation and service
7. Courtesy and tact in dealing with people
8. Interest in children and school programs
9. Desire to put forth best effort in all assigned duties
10. Ability to perform physical work such as lifting fifty (50) pounds frequently, moving heavy supplies and equipment, and continuous standing
11. Ability and willingness to learn prescribed food preparation methods
12. Ability to furnish own transportation
13. Jefferson County School District reserves the right to require a health certificate
14. Must clear a federal fingerprint background check and child abuse registry check

 
REPORTS TO:
Cafeteria Manager and/or Director and Assistant Director of Child Nutrition and/or Principal. 
 
JOB GOAL:
To serve the students attractive and nutritious meals in an atmosphere of efficiency, cleanliness, and friendliness
 
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Perform assigned duties efficiently, effectively, and professionally, including food preparation, meal service, kitchen cleaning, and other responsibilities within established timeframes.

2. Attend and actively participate in required training sessions, professional development activities, and staff meetings to maintain compliance with district, state, and federal standards.

3. Report to work promptly at the designated time, maintain consistent attendance, and remain on duty until authorized to leave by the Child Nutrition Manager.\

4. Notify the Child Nutrition Manager no later than 6:00 a.m. when unable to report to work due to illness or other unforeseen circumstances, in accordance with district procedures.

5. Foster a positive, respectful, and collaborative work environment by demonstrating professionalism, patience, courtesy, self-control, and consideration for colleagues.\

6. Promote positive relationships among the school district, students, families, and community by providing courteous service and representing the district professionally.

7. Adhere to all Jefferson County School District Board of Education policies, applicable health and safety regulations, and supervisory directives regarding sanitation, personal hygiene, workplace safety, and proper work procedures.

8. Prepare, handle, and serve meals safely and efficiently while maintaining established standards for food quality, portion control, sanitation, and cleanliness of kitchen equipment and facilities.

9. Maintain kitchen waste disposal and garbage collection areas in a clean, organized, and sanitary condition in accordance with applicable health and safety requirements.

10. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Child Nutrition Manager or designated district administrator to support the effective operation of the Child Nutrition Program.

Performance Expectations

• All Child Nutrition employees are expected to demonstrate professionalism, dependability, teamwork, accountability, and a commitment to excellence while maintaining a safe, sanitary, and welcoming dining environment for all students.