POSITION PURPOSE: 

Performs work to prepare, cook and serve meals, salads, and a la-carte items; prepares entrees, vegetables, and other side dishes according to standardized recipes and keeps accurate documentation of food preparation. Responsible for collecting monies, accurate meal counts, and recording fees received for the purchase of meals and other food.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Excellent customer service skills;
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to work independently and as a team member and complete tasks in the absence of clear direction;
• Ability to meet deadlines;
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations required for completion of records and reports;
• Ability to read, interpret, and administer detailed instructions and recipes in large quantities;
• Ability to communicate information clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, and the community.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

•  High School diploma or equivalent.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Food service and/or cashier experience.
  
  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   

1. Performs work to prepare, cook, and serve meals, salads, and a la-carte items; prepares entrees, vegetables, and other side dishes according to standardized recipes and keeps accurate documentation of food preparation.
2. Serves as a cashier in the school cafeteria to collect money; responsible for accurate records of all food leaving the serving line by accurately using a computerized point of sale system to record sales.
3. Follows accurate procedures for the exchange and collection of monies, assists in the preparation of deposits.
4. Participates in on-the-job training to understand requirements of the federally reimbursable meals, identification of meals on the serving line, and food preparation.
5. Reads, interprets and follows standardized recipes for food preparation in a school cafeteria.
6. Ensures the kitchen area, equipment, and utensils are kept clean according to sanitation codes; follows a schedule for maintaining cleanliness.
7. Performs various housekeeping duties that may include sweeping and mopping floors, wiping or washing tables and chairs, cleaning the bathroom, and cleaning the serving, receiving and dining areas.
8. Complies with policies and procedures in the Wake County Public Schools Child Nutrition Handbook.
9. Provides effective communication and customer service to students, parents, and school system staff as appropriate.
10. Performs other related duties, as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT  

Must be able to use a variety of equipment such as computers, scanners, copiers, and cafeteria/food preparation equipment. Must be able to communicate effectively.  Requires the ability to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects up to forty pounds.  Due to the amount of time spent standing and/or walking, physical requirements are consistent with those for heavy work. All employees are expected to request assistance when needed and work collaboratively.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Must be able to work in an office and school cafeteria environment and come into direct contact with school system staff, students, parents, and the community.  

EFFECTIVE DATE:  5/2023

DISCLAIMER:  The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position.  They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position.  This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time.