Food Services/ Cafeteria Worker

About the Position

The food services coordinator manages the daily operational and financial responsibilities in accordance with federal, state and local regulations.

• May assist with quantity food preparation
• Follows prescribed procedures in setting up hot and cold food
• May assist with the daily cleaning of all kitchen equipment to ensure cleanliness and to ensure sanitary conditions are met
• May assist with stocking and replenishing of supplies
• May assist with operation of kitchen equipment
• Sets up and breaks down serving lines and/or catering events (salad bar, hot food etc.)
• Counts money, makes change, completes related reports and operates cash register, as needed
• Manages inventory
• Works with catering company for food and milk ordering (only at specific locations)
• Oversee portion sizes (only at specific locations)
• May clean and maintain work areas, including floors, facilities, utensils and equipment
• Attends to day-to-day problems and needs concerning equipment and food supplies; detects and ensures disposition of spoiled or unattractive food, defective supplies/equipment, and/or other unusual conditions

Position Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience

• One year of customer service, food service experience

Other Requirements

• Must possess a valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card by the time of hire

Preferred Requirements

• two or more years of customer service or food service experience

ESSENTIAL JOB TASKS

• Attends to day-to-day problems and needs concerning equipment and food supplies.
• knowledge of how to operate & manage household applications.
• Coordinates food planning & ordering with caterers; orders food & supplies.
• Serve customers in an efficient, courteous manner.
• Operate POS and run reports without the help of a manger a least once a week.
• Knowledge and skill in the application of food safety and sanitary requirements.
• Knowledge and skill in the application of compliance paperwork.
• Communicate effectively with caterers, students, and parents regarding all aspects of food menu.

Working Conditions

Work primarily in school kitchen setting. Considerable repetitive computer functions. Constant interruptions in a high-volume work environment. Work is performed with time pressures and requires handling multiple tasks frequently changing tasks and interruptions. Extensive public contact via telephone, email and in person. Work requires the ability remain in a sitting position 75% of the time, 15% walking and 10% standing. This job is perfumed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

Experience

Preferred

• 1 year(s): One year of customer service, food service experience

Education

Required

• High School or better

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• IVP

Behaviors

Preferred

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

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