Child Nutrition - Cook/Worker I (In Anticipation of Future Openings)

Reports To

Child Nutrition Campus Cafe Supervisor

Work Year Days

177

Salary

Actual salary will be calculated based on experience

Primary Purpose

Work under moderate supervision to prepare and serve nutritional meals for students and staff following United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) guidelines.  Follow all rules and regulations to maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, safety practices, and customer service.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:High School Diploma or GED preferred

 

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to speak, read, and comprehend the English language

Ability to understand written and verbal food preparation and safety instructions

Ability to perform basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division)

Ability to count money and make change

Ability to perform basic computer applications (email and timekeeping)

Ability to coordinate and produce work in the allotted time

Ability to cohesively work together with coworkers, students, and campus staff members by effectively communicating

Ability to work in a diverse team environment

 

Experience:   Customer service experience preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Prepare and serve high quality food by utilizing the menus and standardized recipes.

Adhere to scheduled mealtimes while using designated portioning tools according to departmental policies and procedures.

Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities.

Follow food safety policies and procedures including but not limited to taking temperatures, completing Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) logs, and proper cool down and storage of leftovers.

Store and handle food items and supplies safely and according to established policies and procedures.

Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards and follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.

Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor.

Maintain personal appearance and hygiene, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when applicable as required by departmental policies and procedures.

Follow and comply with Frisco ISD, city, state, and federal safety and sanitation guideline requirements.

Record and maintain information in the daily instruction sheet according to departmental policies and procedures.

Handle and record cashier functions accurately, including recognizing reimbursable meals and alerts on student accounts to charge meal accounts appropriately.

Assist in cleaning all areas of the kitchen daily; duties may include, but are not limited to sweeping, mopping, ware washing, etc.

Maintain punctuality in daily shifts and serving times.

Promote teamwork and positive interaction with fellow staff members.

Comply with Frisco ISD and Child Nutrition Employee Handbooks.

Other Duties as Assigned

Frisco ISD retains the right to adjust the responsibilities and assignments of all positions as needed to meet the needs of the District.

Work Relationships

Frisco ISD is committed to fostering a collaborative work environment that honors and supports the social and emotional well-being of all.  Employees are expected to interact in a manner that is becoming of educators and promotes high levels of productivity for the benefit of the students we serve.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.  Continual walking; grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching/overhead reaching; occasional climbing (step stool/ladder).  Frequent moderate lifting and carrying (up to 40 pounds).  Work inside in commercial kitchen environment; exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, extreme humidity, noise, vibration, microwaves, biological hazards (bacteria, mold, fungi), chemical hazards (fumes, vapors, gases), electrical hazards; work with hands in water and detergents; work around machinery with moving parts; work on slippery surfaces.  Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.

 

Tools/Equipment Used:

Standard large and small commercial kitchen equipment and tools including electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, sharp cutting tools, stove, oven, dishwasher, and food/utility cart.

 

Disclosure Statements

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

The Frisco Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, or disability status of otherwise qualified individuals. FISD does not discriminate on the basis of membership or application for membership in the uniformed services.