POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of the Cafeteria Manager, the Cafeteria Worker participates in all aspects of the school cafeteria and food service operations. This includes assisting in the preparation and serving of a variety of food; cleans equipment and utensils; and maintains food service facilities in a clean and sanitary condition on a daily basis.
The Cafeteria Worker fulfills the mission of the school by implementing the school cafeteria and lunch program within the framework of the school’s philosophy and organization and within the guidelines established by the school.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING (and other duties as assigned):
Participate in the preparation and serving of food. Arranges food and beverage items (e.g. placing in steam tables, a la carte trays, filling racks, mobile carts, etc.) for the purpose of making items available to students and staff.
Maintain the highest standards of safety and cleanliness in the kitchen according to the guidelines established by Santa Clara County Health Department, U.S.D.A., and the Cafeteria Manager.
Clean utensils, equipment, and the storage, food preparation and serving areas for the purpose of maintaining sanitary conditions.
Inspect food items, work areas, etc. (e.g. personal hygiene, proper food temperatures, etc.) for the purpose of preventing cross contamination of food borne illnesses.
Load carts, food warmers, trays, etc. for the purpose of ensuring that food and/or beverage items are available for transporting to other sites (by assignment).
Serve one or more items of food for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional requirements and/or requests of students and school personnel.
Collect payments for food items from students and staff for the purpose of completing transactions and/or securing funds for reimbursement of costs.
Respond to inquiries of students, staff, and the public for the purpose of providing information and/or directing to others.
Use proper body mechanics and cleaning procedures for the purpose of preventing accidental injuries to self and others.
Use proper procedures with receiving and storage of groceries and kitchen supplies.
Report to the Cafeteria Manager any faulty equipment or inferior quality food.
Assist in the daily cleaning and sanitation of kitchen, equipment, dishes, and utensils.
Demonstrate ability to follow recipes.
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Excellent organizational and human relations skills.
Self-motivated and reliable.
Able to establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with principal, staff, and students.Demonstrate ability to follow recipes
Able to manage moderate levels of stress.
Outstanding interpersonal skills with a strong customer service focus (internal and external).
Ethical and discreet team player
Other Duties & Responsibilities:
Act as a role model of professionalism in a Catholic environment.
Support the philosophy, policies, and goals of the school, as well as the decisions made by the Principal and Administrators.
Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of all students.
Able to meet deadlines with strict time constraints.
Adhere to all policies and procedures as outlined in the parent/student handbook and employee handbook.
Work as part of a team.
Attend faculty, administrative, and all other meetings as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS TO PERFORM THE JOB SUCCESSFULLY:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, or physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Education and/or Experience:
High school diploma or GED.
State of California Food Handler’s Certificate.
Sufficient training to perform tasks assigned by Principal and/or Cafeteria Manager.
Language Skills:
Excellent written and oral communication skills with an ability to effectively communicate with all stakeholders of the school.
English, required.
Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Vietnamese) preferred.
Technical Skills:
First Aid and CPR certified.
Proficient at word processing, presentation, and electronic mail applications.
Working knowledge of Workday, or willingness to learn.
Proficient with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google applications.
Physical Demands:
Sitting, standing, walking, reaching, lifting, repetitive motion, bending, stooping, crouching, climbing, stretching, twisting.
Can lift 50 lbs. in compliance with safety standards.
Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
Handles exposure to climate change and temperature.
Level of vision, hearing, speaking required.
Other Requirements:
Able to work evenings and weekends if required.
Must have an understanding and acceptance for the mission of the Catholic Church.
Must support the teachings and values of the Catholic Church and its mission.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a resume to lara.deguzman@dsj.org
Salary Range: $22.88 per – 26.50 per hour, based on education and experience.
