Substitute Cafeteria Aide

Position: Substitute Cafeteria Aide - this position does NOT qualify for Health Insurance BenefitsCurrently: Days and Hours as NeededReports to: Director of Operations or designeeQUALIFICATIONS:* High School education or equivalent.* Certificate of good health signed by a licensed physician.* Previous experience as an institutional cook preferred.* Demonstrated aptitude for the successful performance of the work to be performed.* Such other health factors as may be required by the local or State Board of Health or the State Department of Food Service.* Residence in the taxing district of Alliance City Schools is preferred.* Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:* Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing* Ability to estimate the amount of food needed for one day's menu* Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos* Ability to resolve routine problems* Be dependable, punctual and show continued initiative* Maintain good personal hygiene* Ability to read, understand and carry out verbal and written instructions, written warnings, and labels* Ability to work effectively with others and maintain a positive work environment* Ability to work quickly and efficiently during meal periods* Effective, active listening skills* Experience cooking in large quantities* Experience in preparing school lunches* Knowledge of various cooking procedures* Organizational and problem solving skills* Ability to work independently* Demonstrates knowledge of National School Lunch, National School Breakfast and Summer Food Service ProgramsPERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES & JOB FUNCTIONS:* Determines daily lunches and breakfast needed to order and or pack according to the menu* Verifies lunches packed and/or received at the satellites and report any dicrepencies immediately to the Food Service Supervisor or Designee* Receive food and supply shipments/deliveries for accuracy, temperature and wholesomeness, maintaining the proper forms. Report any discrepencies immediately to the Food Service Supervisor or Designee* Account for and properly store all meals and foods unsold, maintaining the appropriate forms.* Assists in the development of food quality times and temperatures for new products* Maintains and properly uses all equipment, reporting any problems to the Food Service Supervisor or Designee immediately* Prepares and/or packages satellite foods according to standardized recipes and/or predetermined standards of quality, appearance, texture, temperature, taste and food safety in a quiet, quick and efficient manner within established time periods.* Ensure proper food safety is in place when handling foods that contain allergens such as gluten, nuts, etc.* Follow the school district menu and report/order foods and supplies needed to the Food Service Supervisor or Designee by assigned date* Adheres to established guidelines for portion control by age group* When requested will set-up packaging line according to the proper food and containers designated for the menu items for the day* Maintains the highest standards of food safety and sanitation at all times* Stores all food and paper products in the proper manner according to the USDA, State, Local and Administrative Guidelines* Maintains records of foods packaged, temperatures, allergens, etc per USDA, State, Local and Administrative Guidelines* Responsible for food preparation duties as assigned by the Food Service Supervisor or Designee* Schedule and plan in advance foods that need to be pulled to defrost according to food safety standards* Serve food to students, staff and parents in a pleasant manor while adhering to food safety, quality, and presentation standards* Responsible for ensuring students take a complete, reimbursable meal when applicable or charge a la carte pricing accordingly* Accurately operate cash register during meal periods charging the proper amounts for all items being sold following standardized operating and closing procedures* Accurately prepares bank deposit as directed* Generate reports as assigned by Food Service Supervisor or designee* Restocks service areas with food, drinks and supplies as needed before, during and after meal periods* Report the inferior quality of food or faulty equipment to the Food Service Supervisor or Designee immediately* Responsible for maintaining accurate production records in accordance with USDA, State, Local and administrative guidelines* Compile daily milk counts by meal periods and flavors* Maintain up-to-date ingredient and nutrition labels in designated binder* Maintain proper food safety and temperature logs according to the USDA, State, Local and Administraitve Guidelines* Maintain an orderly, safe and clean work area at all times* Straighten, rotate and put away stock in storage areas according to food safety standards* Responsible for and/or assist in the checking in of all deliveries against invoices for accuracy, quality and temperature; bring items that do not meet standards to the attention of the Food Service Supervisor or Designee immediately for potential rejection of product* Responsible for the scraping and cleaning of trays, utensils, pots, pans, etc by using the dish washer or 3-compartment sink* Responsible for the daily cleaning and sanitizing of all kitchen equipment, service areas, storage areas and sanitation areas* Responsible for and/or assist with regular inventories of food, materials and equipmentOTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:* Attend meetings and in-services as required including OSHA/HACCP and Civil Rights training* Ensure the safety of the students and report any confrontations, complications or conflicts immediately* Follow all district policies and procedures as defined in the employee handbook and negotiated agreement* Interacts in a positive manner with staff, students and parents* Maintain respect at all times for confidential information, e.g., free and reduced lunch students* Screen and approve free and reduced price lunch applications in accordance with all Federal, State and Administrative Guidelines and requirements* Make contacts with the public with tact and diplomacy* Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversation* Access and respond to e-mails on a daily basis* Adhere to rigid sanitary standards in work and attire as required by the USDA, State and Local Health Departments and Administrative Guidelines* Respond to routine questions and requests in an appropriate manner* Serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings* Perform routine housekeeping duties such as sweeping, mopping, cleanup of serving counters, laundry, etc.* Perform other duties as assigned by the Food Service Supervisor or DesigneeEQUIPMENT & SOFTWARE OPERATIONS:* Telephone* Computer* Calculator* Working knowledge of all kitchen equipment including slicers, mixers, choppers, combi-ovens* Copy machine* Current software e.g., QSP and SDMS, Excel, Word, Google, emailADDITIONAL WORKING CONDITIONS:* Occasional interaction among unruly children* Frequent repetitive hand motion, e.g., cutting and grinding* Frequent excessive standing during assigned workday* Frequent requirement to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, see (ability to see color), read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, climb, kneel, and stoop* Frequent requirement to lift, carry, push, and pull various items up to a maximum of 70 pounds and 300 pounds (on wheels)* Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles or dangerous chemicals* Occasional operation of a vehicle under inclement weather conditions to accept deliveries and/or transfer food/supplies to other buildings* Occasional requirement to travel, e.g., to meetings or to deliver food and supplies* Occasional evening/weekend/summer work* Occasional requirement to work overtime* Occasional exposure to extreme heat and cold, e.g., ovens, walk-in freezer

Created: 2026-05-09