FOODSERVICE WORKER

Food Service WorkerAll Food Service Workers must meet the following requirements:Must be able to pass the state-required background check and fingerprinting to work in NJ schools.Previous experience working in food service is preferred but not required.Key knowledge, skills and abilities of this job include the following:Excellent customer service skills and a positive approachPatience and the ability to maintain a caring attitude towards childrenAbility to follow oral and written instructionsAbility to interact successfully with customers and Nutri-Serve employeesKnowledge of food preparation, a plusEssential Duties and Responsibilities:Assists in the preparation of meals and the setup of the cafeteriaChecks with Kitchen Manager for daily preparation work assignments.Assists in the preparation of daily menus.Assists in the set up of napkins, serving utensils, student lunch trays and condiments.Sets up daily snacks on the cafeteria line.Assists in checking food shipments into the school, signing invoices only after each order has been verified.Assists in determining the amount of each food to be prepared daily.Serves students nutritious, attractive meals in a friendly manner.Works on a rotating basis as directed by the Food Service Director or Assistant Food Service Director in the kitchen and on the register.Serves food using appropriate portion sizes as directed by the production sheet.Works to promote a friendly atmosphere for the customers through positive customer service.Completes general housekeeping duties to maintain the cleanliness of the cafeteriaKeeps the serving line clean between lunch periods.Replenishes the serving lines between lunch periods.Checks with Kitchen Manager regarding storage of leftovers.Cleans and sanitizes working area at the end of each day.Physical Demands & Working Conditions:Position is performed in an indoor kitchen environment. Therefore, an ability to stand for extended periods; twist, bend, and move freely; and lift up to 30 pounds is required. Employees are required to stand for the entire shift, usually 2-4 hours (sometimes longer periods of time). While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent may be exposed to moving mechanical parts and extreme heat. She/he is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and extreme cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.All requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and experience required. To perform this job successfully, the worker must possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. The Company retains the discretion to add duties or change the duties of this position at any time.