Classified: Food Service III

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provides leadership cafeteria staff and acts as manager in the Manager's absence
• To effectively prepare and serve nutritious meals to students and staff in a cost-effective, high quality and clean environment
• Can perform all duties of Food Service Worker in a competent and efficient manner
• Assigns verbally and in writing, work assignments and production plans prepared by the manager if the manager is not on site
• Assists with special events and catering
• Effectively communicates job tasks and functions to staff
• Able to perform all computer functions as required
• Must follow appropriate dress code to meet health standards
• Assists with daily collections and cash deposits
• Facilitates training for new employees and/or job functions
• Attend additional training workshops as available
• Maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, staff, parents and school issues
• Provide a welcoming atmosphere for students, staff, parents and community
• Perform responsibilities in an ethical and professional manner
• Maintain punctual and regular attendance
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education / Certificate

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must possess County Certification for food manager (renewed every 3 years)
• Must have and maintain a valid IVP Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card

Experience

• Post high school training in supervision and/or management experience is preferred
• Experience with kitchen equipment and cafeteria operations
• Must have mathematical ability to work with monies and operate cash registers and related business machines as requested
• Understanding and compliance with National School Lunch Program regulations
• Must be 21 years of age or older upon hire

Communication Skills

• Possess the ability to communicate effectively with staff and students
• Ability to work harmoniously with students, parents and staff

Computer Skills

• Must possess general knowledge in the use of office machines and computers

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to lift and carry materials and packages weighing up to 30 pounds
• Stand and or walk for long periods of time
• Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls
• Must be able to bend or twist their body
• Must be able to push, pull or otherwise move boxes and materials

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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