LISD - Food Service Worker (2)

Job Title: LISD Food Service Worker Exemption Status/Test: Non-exempt (181 days)

Reports to: Cafeteria Manager Date Revised: 10/18/2024

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Primary Purpose:

Work under moderate supervision to 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:

None Specified

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to understand written and verbal 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 math

Additional Requirements:

Regular attendance is an essential job function and requirement.

Experience:

None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Food Preparation and Serving

Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested and uniform recipes.

Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures, and practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.

Store and handle food items and supplies safely and according to established procedures. Maintain a clean and organized storage area.

Safety and Sanitation

Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards, and follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.

Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary.

Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.

Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.

Other:

Handle and record cashier functions accurately.

Help record food requisitions and order necessary supplies.

Maintain daily food preparation records.

Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; [P.E. teachers: automated external defibrillator (AED)]

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment

Environment: Work inside; may work outside; regular exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours