Bridgeton Public Schools

Job Description
New

POSITION:

Food Service Worker (Cafeteria Worker)

QUALIFICATIONS:

The Food Service Worker must be eighteen years of age or older and must possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. Some experience in cooking is desired. Candidate must be in good mental and physical condition, able to read and write, understand basic math, follow oral instructions, willing to cooperate with supervisors, fellow employees, and other department personnel, and possess a high degree to personal cleanliness and hygiene. Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.

REPORTS TO:

Food Service Manager

JOB GOAL:

To provide students and staff with nutritious, attractive meals in an atmosphere of efficiency, cleanliness and friendliness.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assist in producing all meals, special events, and special orders as directed by the Food Service Manager.
2. Follow all local, State, and Federal regulations in regard to sanitation, food preparation, and ethical standards.
3. Assist in producing healthy, tasty, and flavorful meals with consideration of cost effectiveness and sanitation of ingredients and workstations.
4. Report directly to the Food Service Manager with any problems, questions, or concerns.
5. The kitchen is broken down into production areas in which each person will be assigned and responsible for the sanitation and upkeep of that area. These assignments may be rotated at the Food Service Manager’s discretion.
6. Assist in displaying and serving hot/cold food items at least ten minutes before the first lunch period begins. Any variance must be communicated to the Food Service Manager.
7. Food Service Workers serving on line are responsible for assisting the cook with cold sandwiches and hot buffet items. In addition, all workers are required to maintain the cold food display areas “before” they run out completely.
8. Breakdown all hot/cold food displays and buffets as needed. Store/destroy leftover food as directed by the Food Service Manager.
9. Follow Board approved dress code as well as the provided apron on a daily basis. Clothing and apron should only be worn in a clean and neat fashion. Proper hair restraint should also be taken into consideration.
10. Assist in the daily cleaning and sanitizing of the kitchen as well as the dining tables during all lunch periods and at the end of the day.
11. Assist in securing all foods and supplies at the end of the day.
12. Perform other duties as may be assigned by the manager, Food Service Director, School Business Administrator or their designee.
13. Follow correct call off procedures as directed by the Human Resources Office.

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:

Salary and work year to be according to the current schedule and BEA contract.

EVALUATION:

The Food Service Manager will evaluate the performance of this position in accordance with District policy.

MAB/et 7-20-11