Kitchen Staff Substitute

About the role

Able to perform the essential function of kitchen staff positions on an as-needed basis. Opaa! Food Management, Inc. operates across 10 states.

Responsibilities

• Assist with set-up of serving lines daily and ensure all food is held at the required temperature; stock and ready milk coolers for service
• Assist in preparation of foods per menu plan and Opaa! recipes; plan and prep ahead for next-day menus
• Operate slicers, mixers, grinders, and other equipment with proper certification
• Keep work areas neat, clean, and organized; clean kitchen, cafeteria, equipment, and dishes
• Maintain inventory stock with First In/First Out (FIFO) procedures; keep cooler/storage racks clean and free from debris
• Clean, monitor chemical usage, and maintain equipment in the dishwashing area; remove clean dishes from the machine and store them in serving areas
• Requisition appropriate amounts of food and supplies through the Kitchen Manager
• Prepare bread, cakes, cookies, and other baked goods as required by the menu plan and present to customers in an appealing manner
• Batch cook to maintain quality product and excellent food presentation; set up serving/bar lines and ensure all food is held at proper temperatures; clean and restock items as needed
• Serve items with proper serving sizes and utensils; maintain quality presentation and hospitality
• Keep serving lines/condiments supplied with food items, napkins, silverware, and dishes as needed to customers
• Prepare foods for meal service in strict compliance with the menu plan and Opaa! recipes; convert and follow standardized recipes to ensure consistent, high-quality product
• Recognize a Reimbursable Meal and follow the Meal Pattern according to HHFKA and CACFP regulations
• Keep and maintain accurate daily production records per grade group as planned
• Follow HACCP processes and procedures with daily, weekly, and monthly food safety logs; record temperatures of all hot and cold food
• Obey safety rules as outlined in Opaa’s “Safety Procedure Manual” and exercise caution in all work activities; report any unsafe working conditions to the appropriate supervisor; participate in the safety incentive program
• Participate in the “Daily Dish”; attend all required meetings and in-services; complete the required yearly continued training hours according to HHFKA
• Demonstrate and promote Opaa!’s Core Values: “Always Act in the Best Interest of the Students, Schools, and Communities We Serve,” “Be Honest,” “Have a Passion to Serve Others,” and “Commit to Continuous Improvement”
• Maintain strict compliance with the Opaa! Food Management, Inc. Timekeeping Policy
• Handle customer monies at service time; make change and run a cash register or computer; require that only reimbursable meals are allowed through the POS system
• Complete necessary paperwork, tray counts, and meal reconciliation tasks on a daily basis
• Submit all hours worked by clocking in and out in ADP or by submitting an edit sheet for any missing time; notify DNS 24 hours in advance of inability to cover an assigned shift; in the event of an emergency, notify the DNS as soon as administratively feasible
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred; or up to one month related experience, training, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Skills

• Language: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write simple correspondence; present information effectively in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees
• Mathematical: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; compute rate, ratio, and percent; draw and interpret bar graphs
• Reasoning: Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions; deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations

Machines, Tools, Equipment, and Work Aids

• Dishwasher, Steamer/Kettle, Mixer, Oven, Stove, Fryers, Slicer, Thermometers, Gauges, Knives, Box Cutters, Meal Counting Software, Desktop PCs, Calculator, Telephone, Fax, Scanner, Copier, Printer