Johnson County School District 1
Buffalo, Wyoming
May 21, 2024
Full time
Position Type: Food Service/Food Service I Date Posted: 5/15/2024 Location: Buffalo High School JOB GOALS/OBJECTIVES: This is entry-level work involving the preparation, cooking, and service of food in a facility kitchen; works under minimal supervision. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Prepares one or several parts of a major meal such as an entree, vegetable, salad, dressing or dessert Assists in the preparation of meals by measuring ingredients, mixing, boiling, frying, monitoring cooking temperatures, etc. Prepares breakfasts on an independent basis by cooking eggs and meat, and preparing cereals, milk, juices, and similar items Assists in the service of food Maintains standards of safety and sanitation in the kitchen by supervising and participating in the cleaning of utensils, equipment, and work areas Provides assistance to aides, substitutes, and/or other helpers in the preparation and serving of foods, and the cleaning of utensils and work areas Receives direction from higher-level food service workers who provide specific instruction and review; Substitutes for Food Service Worker II in vacation and/or emergency situations Perform all work in a safe, efficient and effective manner, determine safety and hazards, recommend corrections; Provides a fun, enjoyable and positive nutritional experience for students Perform other duties and participate in special projects as assigned by administration Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Introductory knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in preparing food on a large scale, and the use and care of utensils and equipment Introductory knowledge of food values and nutrition Introductory knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations Ability to cook large quantities Ability to read and follow recipes Ability to comprehend and follow instructions Ability to maintain standards of safety and sanitation Ability to work with aides, substitutes, and/or other helpers in the preparation of food Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, students, and others Ability to communicate effectively Ability to work long hours while standing and under conditions of high temperature Ability to lift 35 pounds from floor to countertop and countertop to floor WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Non-Smoking environment The noise of equipment operation High temperatures Lifting, bending, pushing, and moving heavy objects Standing for extended periods of time Safely operate commercial kitchen equipment Exposure to custodial related chemicals Exposure to working around and with machinery having moving parts