Food Service Cook/Prep Cook

LE SUEUR-HENDERSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Serv Safe Certification a plus.
• Experience in food service work a plus

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Preps food items (e.g. placing in steam tables, filling racks, mobile carts, cold wells etc.) for the purpose of making items available to students and staff.
• Cleans utensils, equipment, and the storage, food preparation and serving areas for the purpose of maintaining sanitary conditions.
• Willingness to learn the POS system.
• Inspects food items, work areas, etc. (e.g. personal hygiene, proper food temperatures, etc.) for the purpose of preventing cross contamination of food borne illnesses.
• Loads carts, food warmers & trays.
• Serves one or more items of food for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional requirements and/or requests of students and school personnel.
• Uses proper body mechanics and cleaning procedures for the purpose of preventing accidental injuries to self and others.
• Assists other personnel for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about as needed in a fast-pace, high-intensive work environment.