Classified: Food Service I

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs general food service, food preparation, and food service sanitation, according to the Arizona State health code regulations, fulfilling the dietary needs of students and faculty with adequately prepared meals.
• Cashiering with accountability for reimbursable meals and ala carte items.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Aids in the preparation of food.
• Prepares meals from standardized recipes including cold and cooked salads, gelatins, salad dressings, and beverages, also includes basic cooking such as hamburgers, chicken patties, etc.
• Sets up and replenishes serving lines.
• Serves students and faculty in a friendly manner.
• Maintains the trash collection area in a neat and sanitary fashion.
• Washes equipment, pots, pans, and serving utensils.
• Operates various kitchen machines when necessary (mixers, blenders, ovens and slicers, etc.).
• Removes used dishes and assists in the cleaning of counters, tables, and furnishings in the dining area.
• Performs similar duties for special meal occasions and catering, as needed.
• Complies with Safety Rules & National School Lunch Program Regulations and OSHA requirements.
• Operates the cash register.
• Aids in counting and preparing monies and necessary paperwork for daily deposit.
• Orders food service supplies, as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, staff, parents and school issues.
• Provides a welcoming atmosphere for students, staff, parents and community.
• Performs responsibilities in an ethical and professional manner.
• Maintain punctual and regular attendance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

  Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required

  • Must have or be able to obtain within thirty days of employment start date a County Certification for food handler (renewed every 3 years).
  • Must have and maintain a valid IVP Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card.
  • Must have mathematical ability to work with monies and operate cash register and related business machines as requested.
  • Must be 21 years of age or older upon hire.
  • Must have communication skills friendly and respectful to students and staff.
  • Must have the ability to read and write simple instructions.
  • Must possess general knowledge in the use of office machines and computers.

  Physical Demands

  • Able to perform multiple tasks and prioritize functions to meet constantly changing job conditions.
  • Complies with Safety Rules and Regulations and OSHA requirements.
  • May be subject to odors, dust, poor ventilation, heat, workspace restrictions and loud noises.

  EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

  The District provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the District complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. The District expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.