VALUES AND QUALIFICATIONSIs studentcentered and believes all students can learn at high levelsProficient in kitchen techniques strong knife skills food preparation and presentation with the ability to learnKnowledge of nutrition and dietary guidelines relevant to school meal programsEffective verbal and written communication skills for interacting with staff students and supervisorsAbility to follow recipe calculations measurements and portion controlAbility to identify issues in food preparation and service proposing practical solutionsStrong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fastpaced environmentFamiliarity with kitchen equipment and safety protocolsBasic knowledge of inventory management practicesAbility to build positive relationships with staff and studentsPHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS WORK HAZARDSFrequent standing and walking for extended periods (up to 8 hours) requiring mobility throughout the kitchen and dining areasAbility to lift and carry heavy items (up to 50 pounds) such as bags of food equipment and suppliesFrequent bending stooping and reaching to access shelves storage areas and equipmentSkill in using kitchen tools and equipment including knives slicers and other food preparation machineryOccasional climbing on step stools or ladders to reach high shelves or equipmentFrequent use of hands for chopping mixing and serving foodCapacity to address issues that arise in food preparation and service requiring quick and effective decisionmakingPotential hazards associated with sharp knives hot surfaces and heavy equipment (e.g. ovens fryers)Possible exposure to cleaning chemicals and sanitizers used in maintaining kitchen hygieneCertification in food safety and sanitation (e.g. ServSafe) preferred (required for cook/manager within 60 days)Proficient computer skillsRESPONSIBILITIESDuties include but are not limited to food prep for salad bar serving assisting with cleanup dishes and running a computerized pointofsale system in compliance with school nutrition standards. This is a 5.5 hours per day position 8:001:30 for Noble High School.
Food Service Assistant
