Substitute Food Service Assistant

JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Title: Food Service Assistant
Department: Food and Nutrition
Reports to: Food Service Manager and School Nutrition Director

Position Summary: The Food Assistant assists in the preparation and delivering of meals to Glynn County Schools students, maintains a clean kitchen, and performs other food service duties as assigned by the Food Service Manager.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred

Physical Activity Ability to repetitively lift items weighing a maximum of 50 pounds Walk and stand on cement floor for an extended period of time Climb ladder, stoop, bend, lift and have hands in water Ability to work extended periods in various temperatures Ability to tolerate work conditions while cooking, steaming, baking, etc. Ability to tolerate a noisy work environment Operate kitchen equipment

Knowledge Communicates effectively and promotes good public relations with students, teachers, and administrators Works with peers/supervisors in a considerate and cooperative manner and assists others when needed Previous food preparation and food service experience preferred Ability to understand and follow directions Manages time efficiently Capable of performing basic math and uses production records

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Attends work every day on time and performs all duties as assigned effectively and efficiently Exhibits a professional attitude and demeanor at all times in dealing with the School Board, school administrators, fellow employees, parents, students, and the public Assists in ensuring compliance of the school nutrition program with Federal and State regulations, State and local health requirements and school system policies Able to follow recipes and cooking instructions to ensure food is safely prepared and of good quality. Assures proper portion control and appealing presentation of food Follows money handling procedures and all food safety practices Cleans and sanitizes dishes, equipment, and work areas Works with energy manager to reduce energy and water usage in all school cafeterias Utilizes and stores cleaning chemicals (solutions, aerosols, powders, etc.) according to manufacturer’s directions and local codes Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Security Clearance: The Glynn County School System requires a criminal background check and fingerprinting on all new employees, including all substitutes and other designated employees.

WORK DAYS: 186

COMPENSATION RANGE: $9,177 - $13,793*
*Salary is commensurate with experience and length of workday.

This document provides information about the above Glynn County Schools position. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. An individual’s ability to meet the qualifications and capabilities described in this document is not a guarantee of employment or promotion. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.