Food Service Server Vernon Middle School

About the role

Reports to the Food Service Director. The basic function is to assist the Director and/or Manager in food service operations.

Responsibilities

• Help prepare and serve meals to all students according to USDA guidelines.
• Assist in daily cleaning of all kitchen equipment, washing and sterilizing of dishes, silverware, utensils, and cleaning of serving areas.
• Help maintain the standards of health and safety with staff and students.
• Dress in appropriate attire as required by the Director.
• Demonstrate organization and professionalism in your responsibilities.
• Maintain a positive rapport with all staff, students, parents, and community.
• Be flexible and willing to perform any and all Food Service tasks as assigned by the Director or Kitchen Manager.
• Attend the required number of hours each year of professional development set by the state.

Requirements

• High School Diploma.
• Background check.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle and/or feel objects, tools or controls; talk and hear. The employee frequently must squat, stoop or kneel, reach above the head and forward. The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp items. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing the duties of this job. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as tables and carts. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment can vary based on activities taking place. The position requires the commitment of professional working hours. The employee will frequently work in different areas of the cafeteria including retrieving items near the floor, standing, in movement while supervising lunchroom activities, etc. The employee will usually work in indoor temperatures but will work in kitchens/coolers/gyms where temperatures can fluctuate due to seasonal changes.