Position Description

POSITION TITLE:           Cafeteria Worker

FLSA:                              Non-exempt

QUALIFICATIONS:                         

• High School diploma or G.E.D. 
• Ability to perform the essential job functions
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Effective grooming skills

REPORTS TO:  Cafeteria Manager

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Prepare quality, nutritious food items as directed by the School Cafeteria Manager.
2. Serve food items according to the size portion to meet necessary age group requirements.
3. Operate equipment in a safe, proper and efficient manner
4. Maintain the highest standards of safety, sanitation and cleanliness in the kitchen.  To clean all kitchen equipment, wash and sterilize dishes, silverware and utensils as assigned to proper sanitation procedures.
5. Immediately report all accidents to the School Cafeteria Manager
6. Immediately report any product quality or operational problem to the School Cafeteria Manager.
7. Perform other duties as assigned by the School Cafeteria Manager

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Works well with people, especially children, and maintains a pleasant and positive work attitude.  Also, must be able to work well with fellow workers.
2. Follows proper food sanitation and cleanliness procedures.
3. Possesses technical skills necessary to successfully complete different cafeteria duties and demonstrates willingness to learn new skills.
4. Follows School Board policies and administration procedures.
5.  Must be able to follow directions.
6. Ability to manually move, shelve, stack or raise from floor to table to serving area heavy objects (pots, pans, trays, and food supplies) weighing up to 40 pounds.
7. Must be flexible.

8. Be dependable, honest and trustworthy.