Substitute Food Service Workers

JobID: 3438 Position Type: Food Service/Food Service Worker Date Posted: 11/28/2023 Location: District Job Description Position Title: Substitute Food Service Worker Location: Positions available district-wide Department: Food Service Reports To: Kitchen Manager for assigned location Term: As needed basis during school year calendar.
Schedule: As needed basis.
Able to select shifts as desired.
Salary: Position follows the 2023-2024 Classified Salary Schedule Date of last review: November 2023 SUMMARY: The Substitute Food Service Worker assists in the preparation and service of meals to learners, and various district staff, according to the established methods and procedures for the West Fargo Public School (WFPS) district.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and requirement satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required for the role.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Other duties may be assigned) Collaboration: Displays a positive and friendly attitude towards learners and staff.
Works effectively in a team environment.
Communication: Assists in maintaining accurate records of daily food preparation to ensure a cohesive work environment.
Compassion: Understands the complexities of cultural and global issues and how they relate to employee and learners’ experiences.
Creativity: Connects with team members and shares ideas in an effort to improve the overall employee and learner experience.
Critical Thinking: Maintains high standards of food safety and sanitation.
Remains focused and attentive towards product quality, portion control, and minimization of waste.
Performs cashiering duties including use of computer on an ad hoc basis.
Focuses on the needs of the individuals being served.
Reflection: Attends trainings and/or workshops as directed.
Maintains communication with supervisor and director regarding general feedback, career advancement opportunities, and areas of growth opportunities.
Resilience: Maintains composure while dealing with stressful situations.
Proactively seeks out resolutions and takes initiative to resolve knowledge gaps.
Responsibility: Assists in the preparation and service of meals to learners and staff.
Performs cleaning tasks including dishwashing, sweeping, and mopping floors.
Cleans work areas using proper sanitation procedures and supplies.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this role, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms.
While performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this role, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, bend, talk, and hear.
The specific vision abilities required for this role include close and peripheral vision.
The employee may be required to lift up to ~30 pounds.
The employee must work with the public and various WFPS staff while simultaneously managing several competing demands.
The employee may be required to assist other food service workers in heavy lifting.
The employee will frequently be exposed to items of high or cold temperatures, chemical compounds, and/or sharp edges.
The employee will work in an environment that has a moderate to loud noise level.
Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or GED is preferred.
Prior experience with large quantity food preparation preferred.
Prior experience working with learners in a school environment is preferred.
Language Skills: Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions and short correspondences in the English language.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally, expressively, and reactively.
Other Skills and Abilities: Exercise confidentiality, discretion, and good judgement.
Adhere to the assigned work schedule by maintaining regular and punctual attendance.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None.
Attachment(s): WFPS - Substitute Food Service Worker.
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