Reports to: Cafeteria Manager
Classification: Auxiliary
Primary Purpose: Prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements. Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices.
Qualifications: Education / Certification:
- High School diploma or Equivalent
- E-verify eligible
Special Knowledge / Skills:
- Ability to understand food preparation and safety instructions.
- Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures.
- Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools.
- Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations.
- Ability to pass basic skills test
Experience:
Major Responsibilities and Duties: Food Preparation and Serving
- Prepares quality food according to a planned menu of tested, uniform recipes.
- Serves food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures.
- Practices and promotes portion control and proper use of leftovers.
- Properly stores and handles food items and supplies. Maintains a clean and organized storage area.
Safety and Sanitation
- Operates tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards.
- Follows established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.
- Keeps garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary.
- Corrects unsafe conditions in work area and reports any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
- Maintains personal appearance and hygiene.
Other
- Handles and records cashier functions accurately.
- Helps record food requisitions and orders necessary supplies.
- Maintains daily food preparation records.
- Promotes teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.
Equipment Used: Large and small kitchen equipment and tools including electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, deep-fat fryer, sharp cutting tools, oven, dishwasher, and food and utility cart.
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