Food Service Assistant I

Daviess County School District - Owensboro, KY

Full-time

Onsite - Owensboro, KY

About the position

The Food Service Assistant I plays a crucial role in the safe and efficient operation of the school cafeteria, ensuring the health, comfort, and benefit of students. This position involves various responsibilities, including food preparation, serving, and maintaining cleanliness and safety standards in the kitchen. The assistant will work under the supervision of the Food Service Manager and is expected to demonstrate a positive attitude towards food nutrition and student interactions.

Responsibilities

• Use a computer-based point-of-sale system to adjust account balances, collect money, and enter/confirm counts for reimbursable meals.
• Understand requirements for reimbursable meals and monitor student trays to ensure compliance.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students participating in free and reduced-price meal programs and HIPAA-related information.
• Maintain high standards of safety and cleanliness in the kitchen, meeting all HACCP requirements.
• Operate and maintain the dishwasher in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner, reporting malfunctions to the manager.
• Keep the Food Service Manager informed of low inventories.
• Portion and serve food to students and staff while following health and safety regulations and HACCP requirements.
• Learn, apply, and explain policies, procedures, rules, and regulations as needed.
• Report accidents and refer potential safety hazards to the Food Service Manager.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude toward food nutrition and meet required schedules and timelines.
• Perform related duties at special meal functions, including some activities/events outside of normal work hours.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. certificate or satisfactory progress towards a G.E.D.
• Good general health; capable of heavy lifting.
• Demonstrated or developed skills in the use and care of commercial food service equipment.
• Basic computer skills including the use of a mouse and keyboard, e-mail, and websites.
• Knowledge of standard kitchen equipment, utensils, and measurements.
• Understanding of HACCP procedures and sanitation practices related to food handling and serving.
• Basic math skills and proper lifting techniques.

Benefits

• Participation in Kentucky Retirement System (KRS)
• Support employee with year-to-year contract