DSHS Lake Burien Cook 1 Be a part of something new! The Lake Burien Transitional Care Facility is being stood up by Washington state's Department of Social and Health Services, the Department of Children, Youth and Families, Health Care Authority with generous support from Multi-Care and Seattle Children's Hospital. King County employees receive 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary and are eligible to receive a free ORCA card for transportation use. The Cook 1 will provide a variety of routine duties that include, but are not limited to, participating in large-scale food preparation. The facility will open with 12 beds and 108 full-time employees with potential growth to 24 beds and 196+ full-time employees. The property was designed with children and youth in mind and features accessible spaces for onsite educational services and therapies, as well as access to outdoor space. The voluntary facility will initially serve 12 youth. This new therapeutic facility is slated to open in July to help youth, age 13 and older, with co-occurring intellectual and developmental disabilities who have complex needs such as mental illness or substance use disorder. Some of what you'll do: Perform simple cooking such as preparation cereals, toast and eggs, including preparing of vegetables and fruits and various beverages Assemble salads, sandwiches and desserts Transport food supplies and equipment to and from kitchens, dining areas, storerooms and refrigerators Prepare and serve special modification diets Serves food individually or from steam tables and carts Load and clean clears steam tables and carts Wash all dishes, pots, pans and utensils, clean and polishes silverware, scrub, mop and clean kitchen, refrigerator and garbage area Sanitizes all equipment utensils and adaptive equipment Operates standard kitchen appliances and equipment such as a coffee maker, toaster, dishwasher and mixers Establish work methods and instruct others in routine kitchen work Maintain cooperative working relationships with others Estimate quantities and follow large-scale recipes Other duties as assigned Who should apply: Professionals with one year experience in food preparation or cooking. Completion of course in large-scale cooking may be substituted for experience. Interested or have questions? Please attach or send a resume or CV to OR call and reference job number 04437. Our Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) mission to Transform Lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency's mission that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security. Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle. Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Apr 26, 2024
Full time
DSHS Lake Burien Cook 1 Be a part of something new! The Lake Burien Transitional Care Facility is being stood up by Washington state's Department of Social and Health Services, the Department of Children, Youth and Families, Health Care Authority with generous support from Multi-Care and Seattle Children's Hospital. King County employees receive 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary and are eligible to receive a free ORCA card for transportation use. The Cook 1 will provide a variety of routine duties that include, but are not limited to, participating in large-scale food preparation. The facility will open with 12 beds and 108 full-time employees with potential growth to 24 beds and 196+ full-time employees. The property was designed with children and youth in mind and features accessible spaces for onsite educational services and therapies, as well as access to outdoor space. The voluntary facility will initially serve 12 youth. This new therapeutic facility is slated to open in July to help youth, age 13 and older, with co-occurring intellectual and developmental disabilities who have complex needs such as mental illness or substance use disorder. Some of what you'll do: Perform simple cooking such as preparation cereals, toast and eggs, including preparing of vegetables and fruits and various beverages Assemble salads, sandwiches and desserts Transport food supplies and equipment to and from kitchens, dining areas, storerooms and refrigerators Prepare and serve special modification diets Serves food individually or from steam tables and carts Load and clean clears steam tables and carts Wash all dishes, pots, pans and utensils, clean and polishes silverware, scrub, mop and clean kitchen, refrigerator and garbage area Sanitizes all equipment utensils and adaptive equipment Operates standard kitchen appliances and equipment such as a coffee maker, toaster, dishwasher and mixers Establish work methods and instruct others in routine kitchen work Maintain cooperative working relationships with others Estimate quantities and follow large-scale recipes Other duties as assigned Who should apply: Professionals with one year experience in food preparation or cooking. Completion of course in large-scale cooking may be substituted for experience. Interested or have questions? Please attach or send a resume or CV to OR call and reference job number 04437. Our Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) mission to Transform Lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency's mission that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security. Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle. Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security
SUMMARY Assists with food preparation in accordance with our established procedural guidelines, and as may be directed by the Food Services Manager. ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS Non-exempt Status: May be required to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. Subject to callback during any emergency. ACCOUNTABILITY Reports to Food Services Manager PRIDE VALUES P-PROFESSIONALISM The expertise, qualities and conduct that characterize a member of a profession" R-RESPECT A positive feeling of esteem for a person or other entity I-INTEGRITY Honesty and consistency to a set of values D-DILIGENCE Constant and earnest effort applied to perform a task or accomplish a goal XCELLENCE The quality or state of being outstanding or superior LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS A high school diploma or its equivalent preferred. OTHER TRAINING, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS On the job training is provided. ESSENTIAL SKILL/KNOWLEDGE FUNCTIONS Assists cook in preparing desserts or snacks for patients. Assists cook in preparation of meals. Carries trays to patients on halls. Cleans tables in the dining area after each meal. Helps with salads and desserts and other dishes. Assists with the pouring of juice, milk, water, and tea. Serves patients beverages, etc. Takes meals out to patients in dining area. Prepares between-meal nourishments (make sandwiches, etc.). Cleans work area at the end of shift and after meals, including sweeping and mopping. Removes garbage from kitchen areas and hoses out garbage containers. Complies with infection control policies in the work area. Scrapes dishes, washes dishes, pots and pans. Records freezer and walk-in refrigerator temperatures in accordance with established procedures. Checks stock as needed. Puts up stock in appropriate manner. Stores cleaning materials appropriately. Sets up tray line and performs tray line service. Follows diet orders and NPO diet orders. Offers menu substitutions and records them in accordance with procedural guidelines. Properly stores leftovers/opened food. Serves nourishments in accordance with procedural guidelines. Makes coffee/tea as requested. Follows procedures for serving associate meals. Cleans kitchen equipment such as, carts, tables, counters, ice machine, buckets, blender, mixer, meat slicer, freezer, refrigerator, stove, oven, steamer, garbage disposal, dish machine coffee/tea maker, steam table etc. Operates the dish machine, garbage disposal, mixer, blender, meat slicer and steamer. Operates coffee and tea maker. Follows standardized recipes. Uses serving equipment (ladle, spoon, scoops, etc.) Checks and records water temperature (dishwasher, pot and pan sink, etc.) Checks dishwasher with sanitizer strips. Checks chemical levels and replaces if needed. ESSENTIAL ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS Participate in Nursing Center surveys (Licensure / JCAHO) and any subsequently required reports. Attend and participate in continuing educational programs to keep abreast on changes in your field as well as to maintain current license/certification, as required. Attend and participate in mandatory in-services. Honor patients rights to fair and equitable treatment, self-determination, individuality, privacy, property and civil rights, including the right to wage complaints. Comply with Corporate Compliance Program. Report job-related functions/tasks that involve occupational hazards including exposure to blood and body fluids and others as necessary. Follow established safety regulations, to include fire protection/prevention, smoking regulations, infection control, etc. Follow established safety procedures when performing job tasks and/or working with equipment. Perform other related duties as necessary and as directed by supervisor. Comply with all Privacy and Security programs. ESSENTIAL GENERAL FUNCTIONS Attendance Punctuality Professional Appearance Communicates well with patients and family members providing warm and friendly greeting and an approachable attitude to family/visitors/patients and responds to expressed concerns while displaying a helpful, caring demeanor, answers questions when appropriate in a professional manner. Qualifications PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS Primary Physical Requirements: Lift up to 10 lbs.: Frequently required when preparing various food items and using kitchen equipment, e.g., cutting five-pound hams on industrial-sized slicer. Lift 11 to 25 lbs.: Occasionally to frequently required when lifting kitchen equipment filled with soups or stews. Lift 26 to 40 lbs.: Occasionally to frequently required when lifting 50-pound bags of potatoes. May receive assistance on items over 25 pounds. Lift over 40 lbs.: Not required. Carry up to 10 lbs.: Frequently required when carrying various food items within the kitchen area. (5 to 20 feet). Carry 11 to 25 lbs.: Frequently required to carry filled pot from one burner to another (2 to 5 feet). Carry 26 to 40 lbs.: Frequently required in carrying 50-pound bags of potatoes up to 5 to 15 feet. (For loads over 25 pounds may receive assistance.) Carry over 40 lbs.: Not required. Reach above shoulder height: 4 feet. Reach at shoulder height: Frequently required while cooking. Reach below shoulder height: Frequently to constantly required while cleaning kitchen area. Push/Pull: 20 feet. Hand Manipulation: Grasping: Frequently to constantly required while cooking and preparing food. Fingering: Infrequently may be required if center bakes own bread. (kneading bread). Handling: Frequently required while cooking and preparing food. Torquing: Infrequently required when adjusting knobs on slicer. Other Physical Considerations: Twisting: Occasionally may occur while cooking. Bending: Occasionally may occur when required to clean lower shelves. Crawling: Not Required. Squatting: Occasionally may be required while cleaning or retrieving items from lower shelves. Kneeling: Not Required. Crouching: Not Required. Climbing: Occasionally required. Balancing: Occasionally. During an 8 hour day, Associate is required to: Consecutive Hours Total Hours Sit 0 0 Stand 2 4 Walk 1 2 Work Surface: Tile floors and metal or wood counters. Cognitive and Sensory Requirements: Talking: Necessary for communicating with others. Hearing: Necessary for taking instructions from others. Sight: Necessary for doing job correctly and effectively. Tasting & Smelling: Necessary for tasting quality of food products. EQUIPMENT USED Standard kitchen equipment, e.g., meat slicer, food processor, blender SUMMARY OF OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURES Tasks assigned to this position may involve potential and/or direct exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious disease, air contaminants and hazardous chemicals. May be subject to hostile and emotionally upset patients, family members, associates and visitors. OTHER CONSIDERATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS This is primarily a standing position where an associate may be required to stand in one place for extended periods of time throughout an 8-hour day. Also exposed to extreme heat and cold. Drug-Free Workplace
Apr 26, 2024
Full time
SUMMARY Assists with food preparation in accordance with our established procedural guidelines, and as may be directed by the Food Services Manager. ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS Non-exempt Status: May be required to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. Subject to callback during any emergency. ACCOUNTABILITY Reports to Food Services Manager PRIDE VALUES P-PROFESSIONALISM The expertise, qualities and conduct that characterize a member of a profession" R-RESPECT A positive feeling of esteem for a person or other entity I-INTEGRITY Honesty and consistency to a set of values D-DILIGENCE Constant and earnest effort applied to perform a task or accomplish a goal XCELLENCE The quality or state of being outstanding or superior LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS A high school diploma or its equivalent preferred. OTHER TRAINING, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS On the job training is provided. ESSENTIAL SKILL/KNOWLEDGE FUNCTIONS Assists cook in preparing desserts or snacks for patients. Assists cook in preparation of meals. Carries trays to patients on halls. Cleans tables in the dining area after each meal. Helps with salads and desserts and other dishes. Assists with the pouring of juice, milk, water, and tea. Serves patients beverages, etc. Takes meals out to patients in dining area. Prepares between-meal nourishments (make sandwiches, etc.). Cleans work area at the end of shift and after meals, including sweeping and mopping. Removes garbage from kitchen areas and hoses out garbage containers. Complies with infection control policies in the work area. Scrapes dishes, washes dishes, pots and pans. Records freezer and walk-in refrigerator temperatures in accordance with established procedures. Checks stock as needed. Puts up stock in appropriate manner. Stores cleaning materials appropriately. Sets up tray line and performs tray line service. Follows diet orders and NPO diet orders. Offers menu substitutions and records them in accordance with procedural guidelines. Properly stores leftovers/opened food. Serves nourishments in accordance with procedural guidelines. Makes coffee/tea as requested. Follows procedures for serving associate meals. Cleans kitchen equipment such as, carts, tables, counters, ice machine, buckets, blender, mixer, meat slicer, freezer, refrigerator, stove, oven, steamer, garbage disposal, dish machine coffee/tea maker, steam table etc. Operates the dish machine, garbage disposal, mixer, blender, meat slicer and steamer. Operates coffee and tea maker. Follows standardized recipes. Uses serving equipment (ladle, spoon, scoops, etc.) Checks and records water temperature (dishwasher, pot and pan sink, etc.) Checks dishwasher with sanitizer strips. Checks chemical levels and replaces if needed. ESSENTIAL ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS Participate in Nursing Center surveys (Licensure / JCAHO) and any subsequently required reports. Attend and participate in continuing educational programs to keep abreast on changes in your field as well as to maintain current license/certification, as required. Attend and participate in mandatory in-services. Honor patients rights to fair and equitable treatment, self-determination, individuality, privacy, property and civil rights, including the right to wage complaints. Comply with Corporate Compliance Program. Report job-related functions/tasks that involve occupational hazards including exposure to blood and body fluids and others as necessary. Follow established safety regulations, to include fire protection/prevention, smoking regulations, infection control, etc. Follow established safety procedures when performing job tasks and/or working with equipment. Perform other related duties as necessary and as directed by supervisor. Comply with all Privacy and Security programs. ESSENTIAL GENERAL FUNCTIONS Attendance Punctuality Professional Appearance Communicates well with patients and family members providing warm and friendly greeting and an approachable attitude to family/visitors/patients and responds to expressed concerns while displaying a helpful, caring demeanor, answers questions when appropriate in a professional manner. Qualifications PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS Primary Physical Requirements: Lift up to 10 lbs.: Frequently required when preparing various food items and using kitchen equipment, e.g., cutting five-pound hams on industrial-sized slicer. Lift 11 to 25 lbs.: Occasionally to frequently required when lifting kitchen equipment filled with soups or stews. Lift 26 to 40 lbs.: Occasionally to frequently required when lifting 50-pound bags of potatoes. May receive assistance on items over 25 pounds. Lift over 40 lbs.: Not required. Carry up to 10 lbs.: Frequently required when carrying various food items within the kitchen area. (5 to 20 feet). Carry 11 to 25 lbs.: Frequently required to carry filled pot from one burner to another (2 to 5 feet). Carry 26 to 40 lbs.: Frequently required in carrying 50-pound bags of potatoes up to 5 to 15 feet. (For loads over 25 pounds may receive assistance.) Carry over 40 lbs.: Not required. Reach above shoulder height: 4 feet. Reach at shoulder height: Frequently required while cooking. Reach below shoulder height: Frequently to constantly required while cleaning kitchen area. Push/Pull: 20 feet. Hand Manipulation: Grasping: Frequently to constantly required while cooking and preparing food. Fingering: Infrequently may be required if center bakes own bread. (kneading bread). Handling: Frequently required while cooking and preparing food. Torquing: Infrequently required when adjusting knobs on slicer. Other Physical Considerations: Twisting: Occasionally may occur while cooking. Bending: Occasionally may occur when required to clean lower shelves. Crawling: Not Required. Squatting: Occasionally may be required while cleaning or retrieving items from lower shelves. Kneeling: Not Required. Crouching: Not Required. Climbing: Occasionally required. Balancing: Occasionally. During an 8 hour day, Associate is required to: Consecutive Hours Total Hours Sit 0 0 Stand 2 4 Walk 1 2 Work Surface: Tile floors and metal or wood counters. Cognitive and Sensory Requirements: Talking: Necessary for communicating with others. Hearing: Necessary for taking instructions from others. Sight: Necessary for doing job correctly and effectively. Tasting & Smelling: Necessary for tasting quality of food products. EQUIPMENT USED Standard kitchen equipment, e.g., meat slicer, food processor, blender SUMMARY OF OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURES Tasks assigned to this position may involve potential and/or direct exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious disease, air contaminants and hazardous chemicals. May be subject to hostile and emotionally upset patients, family members, associates and visitors. OTHER CONSIDERATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS This is primarily a standing position where an associate may be required to stand in one place for extended periods of time throughout an 8-hour day. Also exposed to extreme heat and cold. Drug-Free Workplace
California Department of Education
Redondo Beach, California
REDONDO BEACH UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT CLASS TITLE: CHILD NUTRITION SERVICES ASSISTANT II BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of an assigned supervisor or lead, prepare and serve hot and cold menu items to students and staff at an assigned middle school or high school site; assist with cooking and baking various food items; maintain food service facilities, equipment and utensils in a clean and sanitary condition; assure the efficient operation of an elementary food service site as assigned. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Child Nutrition Services Assistant II incumbents perform more responsible preparation and service activities at middle school or high school kitchens and may be responsible for the efficient operation of an elementary food service site. Incumbents in the Child Nutrition Services Assistant III classification serve as a second-in-command of a middle school or high school kitchen, coordinate catering services, and cook and bake food items from scratch. The Child Nutrition Services Assistant I classification performs entry-level food preparation and service to students at assigned school sites. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Prepare and serve a variety of hot and cold menu items; observe quality and quantity of food served according to established procedures; assure proper temperature of foods; assure compliance with safety and sanitation regulations. Assist with cooking and baking a variety of food items such as main dishes, breads and desserts. Assure the efficient operation of an elementary food service site or stand-alone facility as assigned by the position; complete daily production records, heat and serve food, and order perishables such as milk and produce. Prepare fruits, vegetables, cereals and desserts; assemble various ingredients as assigned; package and wrap food items according to established procedures and portion control standards; serve meals on serving lines; set out prepared foods. Prepare and package food items for distribution to school sites as assigned by the position; utilize specialized machines in the quantity packaging of food items Maintain food service facilities, equipment and utensils in a clean and sanitary condition; sweep and mop floors to assure a safe and sanitary work environment; operate dishwashers and wash trays, pots, pans, plates, utensils and other serving equipment. Clean serving counters, tables, chairs, food containers and other food service equipment; prepare food and beverages for sale; count and set-up plates, trays and utensils. Prepare salads, sandwiches and packaged foods for distribution; mix, slice, grate and chop food items; open cans; replenish containers as necessary. Operate standard food service equipment such as slicers, warmers, ovens, fryers, stoves and carts. Stock condiments, food items and paper goods; assist in the storage and rotation of supplies in storage areas; assist with daily and periodic inventories as assigned. Perform routine cashiering duties utilizing a Point of Sale (POS) system as assigned; count money and make correct change; pick up, count and maintain daily records of monies received. Prepare salad or snack bar for use including setting up, filling containers and removing items as assigned by the position; maintain snack or salad bar in clean condition. OTHER DUTIES: Perform related duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE OF: Quantity food preparation including washing, cutting and assembling food items and ingredients. Sanitation and safety practices related to preparing, handling and serving food. Standard kitchen equipment and utensils. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Proper lifting techniques. Basic math and cashiering skills. Oral and written communication skills. Basic record-keeping techniques. ABILITY TO: Prepare and serve hot and cold menu items to students and staff at an assigned school site. Assist with cooking and baking various food items. Maintain food service facilities, equipment and utensils in a clean and sanitary condition. Wash, cut, slice, grate, mix and assemble food items and ingredients. Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently. Follow health and sanitation requirements. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Work independently with little supervision. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Maintain routine records. Meet schedules and time lines. Operate a POS system and make change accurately. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: one year experience in quantity food preparation. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid ServSafe Certificate. WORKING CONDITIONS: ENVIRONMENT: Food service environment. Subject to heat from ovens. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing for extended periods of time. Hearing and speaking to exchange information. Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling moderately heavy objects as assigned by position. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate food service equipment. Reaching overhead, above shoulders and horizontally. Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching. Seeing to monitor food quality and quantity. HAZARDS: Heat from ovens. Exposure to very hot foods, equipment, and metal objects. Working around knives, slicers or other sharp objects. Exposure to cleaning chemicals and fumes. Requirements / Qualifications Requirements / Qualifications
Apr 04, 2024
Full time
REDONDO BEACH UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT CLASS TITLE: CHILD NUTRITION SERVICES ASSISTANT II BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of an assigned supervisor or lead, prepare and serve hot and cold menu items to students and staff at an assigned middle school or high school site; assist with cooking and baking various food items; maintain food service facilities, equipment and utensils in a clean and sanitary condition; assure the efficient operation of an elementary food service site as assigned. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Child Nutrition Services Assistant II incumbents perform more responsible preparation and service activities at middle school or high school kitchens and may be responsible for the efficient operation of an elementary food service site. Incumbents in the Child Nutrition Services Assistant III classification serve as a second-in-command of a middle school or high school kitchen, coordinate catering services, and cook and bake food items from scratch. The Child Nutrition Services Assistant I classification performs entry-level food preparation and service to students at assigned school sites. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Prepare and serve a variety of hot and cold menu items; observe quality and quantity of food served according to established procedures; assure proper temperature of foods; assure compliance with safety and sanitation regulations. Assist with cooking and baking a variety of food items such as main dishes, breads and desserts. Assure the efficient operation of an elementary food service site or stand-alone facility as assigned by the position; complete daily production records, heat and serve food, and order perishables such as milk and produce. Prepare fruits, vegetables, cereals and desserts; assemble various ingredients as assigned; package and wrap food items according to established procedures and portion control standards; serve meals on serving lines; set out prepared foods. Prepare and package food items for distribution to school sites as assigned by the position; utilize specialized machines in the quantity packaging of food items Maintain food service facilities, equipment and utensils in a clean and sanitary condition; sweep and mop floors to assure a safe and sanitary work environment; operate dishwashers and wash trays, pots, pans, plates, utensils and other serving equipment. Clean serving counters, tables, chairs, food containers and other food service equipment; prepare food and beverages for sale; count and set-up plates, trays and utensils. Prepare salads, sandwiches and packaged foods for distribution; mix, slice, grate and chop food items; open cans; replenish containers as necessary. Operate standard food service equipment such as slicers, warmers, ovens, fryers, stoves and carts. Stock condiments, food items and paper goods; assist in the storage and rotation of supplies in storage areas; assist with daily and periodic inventories as assigned. Perform routine cashiering duties utilizing a Point of Sale (POS) system as assigned; count money and make correct change; pick up, count and maintain daily records of monies received. Prepare salad or snack bar for use including setting up, filling containers and removing items as assigned by the position; maintain snack or salad bar in clean condition. OTHER DUTIES: Perform related duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE OF: Quantity food preparation including washing, cutting and assembling food items and ingredients. Sanitation and safety practices related to preparing, handling and serving food. Standard kitchen equipment and utensils. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Proper lifting techniques. Basic math and cashiering skills. Oral and written communication skills. Basic record-keeping techniques. ABILITY TO: Prepare and serve hot and cold menu items to students and staff at an assigned school site. Assist with cooking and baking various food items. Maintain food service facilities, equipment and utensils in a clean and sanitary condition. Wash, cut, slice, grate, mix and assemble food items and ingredients. Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently. Follow health and sanitation requirements. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Work independently with little supervision. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Maintain routine records. Meet schedules and time lines. Operate a POS system and make change accurately. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: one year experience in quantity food preparation. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid ServSafe Certificate. WORKING CONDITIONS: ENVIRONMENT: Food service environment. Subject to heat from ovens. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Standing for extended periods of time. Hearing and speaking to exchange information. Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling moderately heavy objects as assigned by position. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate food service equipment. Reaching overhead, above shoulders and horizontally. Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching. Seeing to monitor food quality and quantity. HAZARDS: Heat from ovens. Exposure to very hot foods, equipment, and metal objects. Working around knives, slicers or other sharp objects. Exposure to cleaning chemicals and fumes. Requirements / Qualifications Requirements / Qualifications