Food Service Worker ('26-'27 SCHOOL YEAR)- Mt Edgecumbe HS - Sitka, AK

Responsibilities

• Accurately inputs sales and transactions into the POS system.
• Handles cash, credit/debit payments, and meal account balances.
• Counts and reconciles cash drawers at the beginning and end of shifts to prepare deposits.
• Assists students, staff, and visitors with general inquiries and food/beverage selections.
• Makes recommendations based on menu items and availability.
• Maintains a positive, courteous, and helpful demeanor at all times.
• Continuously monitors work areas to ensure all food and product levels are maintained, stocked, and refreshed.
• Prepares, portions, and stores a variety of products, ensuring compliance with food safety guidelines.
• Stocks and restocks service machines and prep areas as needed.
• Washes dishes, utensils, cookware, and kitchen tools by hand or using industrial cleaning equipment.
• Cleans and organizes kitchen equipment, spike rooms (secure storage), serving lines, and prep areas.
• Sweeps, mops, and wipes down dining, kitchen, and storage areas to maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Participates in scheduled deep-cleaning projects (e.g., equipment detailing, floor scrubbing).
• Properly disposes of garbage and waste materials from designated areas.
• Assists in the setup and breakdown of service stations, including tables, display cases, snack bars, and serving lines.
• Ensures all workspaces are left clean and orderly after service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• One (1) year customer service and/or food service experience preferred.
• Must have the willingness to work as part of a team, take directions, and interact politely with customers.
• Must be able to show up on time and complete scheduled shifts reliably.
• Food Handler’s Card or ServSafe Certification contingent upon 30 days of hire.
• Contract requires employees to speak, understand, read and write English.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.