Food Service Cashier/Cold Lunch Cook

JOB TITLE:Food Service Cashier/Cold Lunch Cook

LOCATION: Columbia Central School

SUPERVISOR:Food Service Director

FLSA Status:Non-exempt

Union/Non-Union: Non-Union

JOB SUMMARY:

We are currently seeking a Food Service Cashier/Catering for Steger School District #194. We are seeking someone who is outgoing, organized, resourceful, has great initiative and is a dedicated team player. This position is responsible for assisting the facility Food Service Director in all aspects of food service operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Prepare all cold lunch items to be served on the lunch line.
• Fill any items as needed during breakfast and lunch service.
• Assist with daily food preparation within an established production schedule following standardized recipes, preparation, and serving methods.
• Exhibit knowledge of operation of all equipment in the kitchen.
• Identify serving utensils, temperature, and correct portion size for serving.
• Ensure product is cooked and held at proper temperature for higher quality food attainable.
• Follow accepted procedures for operating, cleaning, and caring for large equipment and small equipment.
• Maintain high standards of sanitation in compliance to Health Department Regulations.
• Maintain high personal hygiene as the basis for sanitation in the kitchen.
• Maintain high standards of safety in the kitchen.
• Responsible for storage and handling of foods; work with manager on maintaining organized inventory and storage; communicate product needs to director.
• Report maintenance needs or equipment malfunction to the Food Service Director.
• Perform major cleaning at regularly scheduled Intervals as designated.
• Run the cash register at breakfast and lunch.
• In professional responsibilities:
• Responsible for working in a courteous and cooperative manner.
• Demonstrate ability to deal fairly and pleasantly with students.
• Occasional travel to various school locations required.
• Utilizes time efficiently and productively.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Additional tasks as assigned.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY: The role requires frequent sitting, walking, standing, and the ability to lift 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment is generally stable, with minimal exposure to unusual temperatures, noise, or hazards. The position requires extended and non-traditional hours to fulfill job duties, as well as participation in organization-sponsored events and meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Computer skills including knowledge of Excel, Word, and Google.
• Strong culinary, customer service, communication, teambuilding, and organizational skills required.
• 2-4 years' experience in food service production

LICENSES/CREDENTIAL:

• Illinois Managers License or ServSafe recommended.
• We can assist with ServSafe Certification

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Work year ten months (177 days)
• Seven hours per day 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
• Twelve paid sick days
• Four paid personal days
• Yearly vacation days as stated in Policy 5:330.
• Salary and insurance as negotiated

EVALUATION: The performance of this role is evaluated according to the Board's policy on evaluating professional personnel by the Food Service Director.