Food Service Operator 7 hours/day

About the role

Under general supervision, works in preparing and serving foods and meals. Performs related cleaning duties in accord with the state and federal regulations. Work is subject to supervision by the Food Service Manager and is reviewed through general inspection and observation of results.

Responsibilities

• Supports and upholds the mission, vision and strategic goals of Lexington County School District One towards increased outcomes for students.
• Interacts, communicates and collaborates with all stakeholders effectively.
• Establishes a safe, supportive, positive and productive working and learning environment.
• Operates general office and technology equipment needed for daily activities.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding all employee and student information.
• Participates in all professional meetings and training sessions as required.
• Requests and maintains materials needed for daily responsibilities and essential functions; provides for safe storage and proper use of all tools, equipment and materials.
• Prepares one or several parts of breakfast and/or lunch meals in proper quantities for serving; measures, mixes, seasons, garnishes and otherwise prepares meals following approved recipes or package directions; properly handles, stores and/or disposes of leftover foods.
• Keeps simple records and makes reports as directed.
• Serves food using proper portion control utensils and sets up serving line/area by stocking required food, drink, special sales and other components necessary for meal service; maintains proper food temperatures throughout preparation, meal service, and storage procedures.
• Maintains sanitary conditions in assigned work areas; washes pots, pans, dishes, food serving carts, and other kitchen equipment.
• Properly operates and/or utilizes various food service appliances and equipment such as ovens, stoves, mixers, dish washer, disposals, deep fryers, meat slicer, etc.; operates cash registers as assigned; appropriately reports major repair needs to immediate supervisor.
• Follows current district, state and USDA federal rules, regulations and standard operating procedures.
• Effectively uses