Food Service Worker

The Utica City School District is accepting applications for the position of Food Service Worker.

Bargaining Unit: SEIU

Shift Type: 35 hours/Full-Time

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

This position involves the responsibility of performing routine manual tasks relative to the preparation and service of food and the operation and maintenance of a Cafeteria and Preparation Kitchen. The work is performed under general supervision in accordance with the instructions of a Senior Food Service Worker. Does related work as .

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only)

• Cleans pares slices and prepares food for cooking or baking;
• Assists in preparing sandwiches salads desserts and other foods;
• Cleans and washes counters utensils tables kitchen dining room and equipment;
• Removes dirty dishes and utensils from dining room tables;
• Fills salt and pepper shakers and sugar bowls;
• Assists in serving food across the counter;
• Operates kitchen appliances and equipment;
• Performs various manual tasks related to food preparation operation and maintenance of a cafeteria and/or preparation kitchen.
• Performs a variety of related duties as necessary for the proper nutrition of the students.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS ABILITIES and PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Working knowledge of the methods of preparing and serving food and care of tableware glassware silverware and kitchen appliances;
• Working knowledge of cleaning methods materials and equipment;
• Ability to operate kitchen appliances and equipment;
• Ability to get along well with others especially with children;
• Willingness to perform routine manual tasks;
• Dependability neatness of appearance ability to read write and do simple arithmetic calculations;
• Mental alertness integrity; neatness of appearance;
• Tact courtesy. Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (INCLUDING SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS):

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Any position involving contact with children/students will require a background and fingerprinting check before employment commences.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer which fully and actively supports equal access for all regardless of Race Color Weight National Origin Ethnic Group Religion Religious Practice Disability Sexual Orientation Gender Age Veteran Status or Genetic Information.