Cashier Assistant

About the role

Performs work to prepare, cook and serve meals, salads, and a la-carte items; prepares entrees, vegetables, and other side dishes according to standardized recipes and keeps accurate documentation of food preparation.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a cashier in the school cafeteria to collect money; responsible for accurate records of all food leaving the serving line by accurately using a computerized point of sale system to record sales.
• Follows accurate procedures for the exchange and collection of monies, assists in the preparation of deposits.
• Participates in on-the-job training to understand requirements of the federally reimbursable meals, identification of meals on the serving line, and food preparation.
• Reads, interprets and follows standardized recipes for food preparation in a school cafeteria.
• Ensures the kitchen area, equipment, and utensils are kept clean according to sanitation codes; follows a schedule for maintaining cleanliness.
• Performs various housekeeping duties that may include sweeping and mopping floors, wiping or washing tables and chairs, cleaning the bathroom, and cleaning the serving, receiving and dining areas.
• Complies with policies and procedures in the Wake County Public Schools Child Nutrition Handbook.
• Provides effective communication and customer service to students, parents, and school system staff as appropriate.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Requirements

Must be able to use a variety of equipment such as computers, scanners, copiers, and cafeteria/food preparation equipment. Must be able to communicate effectively. Requires the ability to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects up to forty pounds. Due to the amount of time spent standing and/or walking, physical requirements are consistent with those for heavy work.

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent.

Skills

• Excellent customer service skills;
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to work independently and as a team member and complete tasks in the absence of clear direction;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations required for completion of records and reports;
• Ability to read, interpret, and administer detailed instructions and recipes in large quantities;
• Ability to communicate information clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, and the community.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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