Copy Of General Helper 3 hours Cooper Upper Elementary

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Livonia Public Schools is seeking a Kitchen General Helper (3.0 Hours) to assist with food preparation and serving of meals to students. Because of the nature of the work a spirit of cooperation with all others in the building is essential. Other duties associated with this position may be assigned by the supervisor. Specific details of the position will be discussed with the administrator during the interview process. Training will be provided.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSBILITIES:

The Food & Nutrition Services General Kitchen Helper will work scheduled hours as determined by the Kitchen Manager.

• A Helpers job is to assist with food preparation and serving student lunches as well as Kitchen Cleanup after Meal Service is complete.
• The General Helper must be able to read understand and follow directions. They should have good memory recall learning where food items are kept how to use kitchen equipment basic start-to-finish daily job duties as well as building orientation.
• Good communication skills are essential as are time-management skills meeting time deadlines for meal service.
• Food Preparation may involve repetitive motions like washing / cutting fresh fruit or vegetables cooking/baking cupping small quantities of foods or sauces for student trays counting pieces such as chicken nuggets for student meals.
• The employee should be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Kitchen Cleanup will involve washing pots/pans and serving utensils as well as sanitizing counters and service areas. Proper measurement of cleaning solutions is a necessary daily task. Protocols must be followed for safe food handling practices.
• The General Helper may be asked to assist with receiving and putting away food and/or milk deliveries. This may involve lifting up to 50-pound food and supply cases and crates of milk as well as bending twisting stooping stretching and reaching up overhead or down to the floor.
• The General Helper may be asked to work extra hours to learn how Breakfast Service works IF they would be able to/interested in covering in the event of the Kitchen Managers absence.
• The employee may also be asked to learn how to operate the register by scanning student cards to account for the meals they are serving.
• Food & Nutrition Services Employees must have the ability to check and read daily emails.
• They need to perform basic computer skills as required for completing timesheets and other required documents.
• Staff are responsible for discussing prearranged absences with both their Kitchen Manager and the Food & Nutrition Services Administrator.

• It is of utmost importance that all Food & Nutrition Services Employees are able to work well with others and to treat students and staff with respect.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH LIVONIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS:

Newly hired public school employees are eligible for a traditional pension and tax-deferred retirement savings accounts with an employer matching contribution. The pension component guarantees you monthly retirement benefit payments over your lifetime once you meet age and service requirements. Additionally as a new public-school employee you will be automatically enrolled in a Personal Healthcare Fund (PHF) which is a portable tax-deferred investment account that can be used to pay for healthcare expenses in retirement. Livonia Public Schools will contribute a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 2% you contribute.

As an employee of Livonia Public Schools you will be a part of a team working together in a positive work climate and a culture of mutual respect to support the successful education of children. Beyond the satisfaction of knowing youre helping thousands of students grow and learn you will also have the satisfaction of knowing you are a team member with Livonia Public Schools which means you will have the following perks of employment available to you:

Medical insurance including prescription drug coverage:

• The districts contribution is the maximum allowed by Michigan law.
• Family coverage eligibility for employees working 30 hours or more per week.
• Single coverage eligibility for employees working 20 hours but less than 30 per week.
• Optional cash in lieu of medical insurance for those who qualify.
• Dental vision and life insurance:
  • The district pays 100% of the premium for all employees.
• Long-term disability coverage:
  • The district pays 100% of the premium for employees working 20 hours or more per week.
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and their eligible family members.
  • Completely confidential short-term counseling service that utilizes a practical approach toward problem resolution and is available 7 days a week with no cost to the employee.
• Paid holidays; earned vacation sick and bereavement days.
• Longevity pay.
• Annual work clothing allowance.
• Earn overtime pay beyond 8 hours per day.
• Paid act of God days such as snow days.
• Opportunity for career advancement.

Additionally the children of employees living outside the districts attendance boundaries are eligible to attend Livonia Public Schools via schools of choice if working 20 hours/week.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The work year salary and fringe benefits will be consistent with the current agreement between the Board of Education and the American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees. This position will remain open until the position is filled (minimally open through Sept 28 2026).

APPLICATIONS:

All applicants including current LPS employees must complete and submit an application through Applitrack which can be accessed through the Livonia Public Schools webpage. All applicants must also upload a cover letter professional resume copies of educational documents (transcripts/certificates) and three current letters of recommendation to their online application.

The Livonia Public Schools School District prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race color religion sex (including sexual orientation gender identity and/or transgender status) national origin age height weight marital status handicap or disability in any of its educational programs or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on race color religion sex (including sexual orientation gender identity and/or transgender status) national origin age height weight and marital status-Director of Human Resources 15125 Farmington Road Livonia MI 48154 at . The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and grievances regarding discrimination based on handicap or disability-Director of Student Services 15125 Farmington Road Livonia MI48154 at .