MAJOR RESULTS EXPECTED:

• To prepare and distribute food items for the consumption by students and school personnel and maintaining facilities in a sanitary condition.
• Support the District Mission and Strategic Plan Objectives.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma (preferred) or equivalent experience.
• 18 years of age or older
• Ability to work harmoniously with, and to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) with, students, staff and administration.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Possess basic knowledge of food preparation in large quantities, menu planning, and operation and care for kitchen equipment.
• Possess knowledge of modern methods of food preparation, health codes and sanitation principles, and nutritional requirements.
• Ability to secure and maintain a valid Marion County Foodhandler’s Card.
• Perform physical requirements which may include
• Moderate degree of physical stamina
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and occasional pushing and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to use kitchen equipment.
• Supports the District Core Values, Mission and Strategic Plan by:
• Interacting with colleagues, community members, students and parents in a respectful and trustworthy manner.
• Demonstrating awareness and sensitivity to a variety of cultural practices and values.
• Inviting collaboration with staff and community members
• Seeking out professional development opportunities.
• Being accountable for actions and following through on goals.
• Consistently setting high expectations for self, peers and students.
• Continually assessing job results.
  
  
  
• Such alternative to the above requirements as the School Board or the Administration may deem appropriate and acceptable.

• Assists in the preparation of food, including baked goods, salads, sandwiches, and entrees for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional and projected meal requirements.
• Cleans utensils, equipment, and the storage, food preparation and serving areas for the purpose of maintaining sanitary conditions.
• Inspects one or more food items and/or supplies for the purpose of verifying quantity and specifications of orders and/or complying with mandated health requirements.
• Responds to inquiries of students, staff, administration, and/or public for the purpose of providing information and/or direction regarding the type and/or cost of meals.
• Serves one or more items of food for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional requirements and/or requests from students and school personnel.
• Stocks food, commodities and paper supplies for the purpose of maintaining adequate quantities and security of items.