Asst 1/Food Preparation
RequirementsMinimum Job Requirements
SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.
Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices;
operating equipment found in a commercial kitchen; and using pertinent software applications.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read and follow
instructions; and understand multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily
perform the functions of the job include: safety practices and procedures; quantity food preparation and handling; food nutrition and
health; and sanitation practices.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities; collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with data
utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with others; work
with specific, job-related data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem solving with data requires following prescribed
guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the
functions of the job include: setting priorities; working as part of a team; and working with interruptions.
DescriptionJob Summary
The job of Assistant 1 Food Preparation was established for the purpose/s of providing support to the food service program at
assigned location with specific responsibilities for cooking food items that meet mandated nutritional requirements and/or requests
of students or school personnel; verifying quantities and specifications of orders; and maintaining facilities in a safe and sanitary
condition.
This job reports to Manager/Supevisor School Child Nutrition
Essential Functions
Attends in unit meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information
required to perform job functions.
Cleans utensils, equipment, and storage, food preparation and serving areas for the purpose of maintaining required sanitary
conditions.
Cooks food, prepared and/or from scratch, for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional and projected meal requirements.
Estimates food preparation amounts and adjusts recipes if required for the purpose of meeting projected meal requirements
and minimizing waste.
Evaluates prepared foods for flavor, appearance and temperature for the purpose of providing items that will be accepted by
students and/or staff.
Maintains equipment, storage, food preparation and serving areas in a sanitary condition for the purpose of complying with
current health standards.
Performs functions of other nutritional services positions, as requested by supervisor for the purpose of ensuring adequate
staff coverage within site nutritional services operations.
Serves one or more items of food for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional requirements and/or requests of students
and school personnel.
Stocks food, condiments and supplies for the purpose of maintaining adequate quantities and security of items.
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include: working with immediate supervision; providing information and/or advising others; and operating within a
defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions.
Work Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting,
carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; significant stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and
significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 0% sitting, 50% walking, and 50% standing. The job is performed under
minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard free environment.
Application ProcedureEducation
High School diploma or equivalent
Experience
Experience in related field preferred
Certificates & Licenses
Food Handlers Permit
ServSafe Certification
Required Testing
None specified
Clearances
Criminal Justice Fingerprint Background Clearance
Continuing Education/Training
Regularly as needed to perform changing essential functions of position
FLSA Status
Non-exempt
Salary Grade
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