DATE POSTED:  September 20, 2023

 

BEGINNING DATE:  Immediately

 

Cafeteria Cook Helper

Artesia Public Schools

Job Description

 

Job Title:                     Cafeteria Cook Helper

             

Reports to:                   Food Service Director, Kitchen Manager, Head Cook

             

Summary: Assists in preparing, cooking, and serving food in school cafeteria, cafeterias or central school district kitchen.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate specialized food service equipment.
• Assist in food production, service and/or cleanup tasks as assigned.
• Receive and unpack food and supplies.
• Serve foods, breakfast/lunch to students and staff.
• Clean and maintain food service equipment and facilities.
• Participate in ongoing professional training.
• Observe safety and security procedures; report potentially unsafe conditions.

Necessary Skills:

• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate well with others.
• Ability to exhibit objectivity and openness to others' views, give and welcome feedback, contribute to building a positive team spirit, put success of team above own interests, build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives, and support everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures.
• Ability to prioritize and plan work activities and use time efficiently.
• Ability to approach others in a tactful manner.
• Ability to follow instructions and respond to supervisor direction and take responsibility for own actions.
• Ability to maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality when dealing with student, staff and/or parent information.
• Ability to meet challenges with resourcefulness and generate suggestions for improving work.

Technology Skills:

Basic computer skills preferred.

 

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and uses hands, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

 

Education and/or Experience:

High School diploma or GED required. Prior experience or training is preferred. 

 

Term of Employment:

To be determined upon employment. 

 

HOW TO APPLY: 

• Complete the entire application ONLINE to be considered for this position
• Provide a copy of your Drivers License & Social Security Card
• Resume and reference letters are optional

REQUIREMENTS:  The applicant, if selected, MUST undergo a FBI Fingerprint Background Report ($44.00 fee)

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY-The Artesia Public Schools District is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  Applications are considered without regard to race, gender, creed, age, national origin, or disability in compliance with Federal and State laws.

 

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