Cafeteria Worker

Auxiliary - Position - Child Nutrition Job Number 0000763132 Start Date Open Date 07/14/2025 Closing Date Job Title

Child Nutrition Worker Exemption Status/Test

Nonexempt Reports to

Cafeteria Manager Dept./School

Child Nutrition 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

High School diploma or equilavent 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 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.

Complete annual continuing education requirements.

Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used

Standard large and small kitchen equipment and tools including electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, deep-fat fryer, sharp cutting tools, stove, oven, dishwasher, and food/utility cart Posture

Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stoop, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion

Continual walking; frequent climbing (ladder), grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching/overhead reaching Lifting

Frequent moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds) Environment

Work inside in commercial kitchen environment; exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, extreme humidity, noise, vibration, microwaves, biological hazards (bacteria, mold, fungi), chemical hazards (fumes, vapors, gases), electrical hazards; work with hands in water; work around machinery with moving parts; work on slippery surfaces Mental Demands

Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Building/Campus Various Campuses Salary

From 12.40 Salary

To 17.60 Salary Type Hourly Child Nutrition / Cafeteria Cashiering, Dish Washer, Food Preparation, Baking, Sanitation, Other Additional Job Information 180 Workday Calendar $400 Employer Contribution towards TRS Active Care health insurance Low cost supplemental insurance coverage available to employee $25,000 life insurance policy paid by district