Job Description

Position: Food Service Cook
Salary Schedule: $16.66 an hour, plus additional credit for related experience and education.
Hours: Full-time; 7.5 Hrs/Day
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Benefits Eligible, first of the month following date of hire
Evaluation: 90-day Probationary, then Annually
At Will Agreement: 10 Months, 195 Days
Reports to: Food Service Supervisor

The Kitchen Lead works at the School Site and reports to the Food & Nutrition Supervisor overseeing the Food Service program and workers. The Kitchen Lead oversees the kitchen operations, ensures quality meals, promotes teamwork, and maintains a successful kitchen by performing the following duties.

Qualifications

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 and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• High School diploma or GED and one year of training or experience in large quantity food preparation and/or management
• Must have or be able to obtain an IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card, through the Arizona Department of Public Safety
• Must possess or be able to obtain Child Nutrition Programs Certification, Food Manager's Certificate and Arizona Food Handler's Card
• Must possess or be able to obtain CPR and First Aid Certification
• Knowledge of institutional kitchen equipment including operation and preventive maintenance procedures
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements and other District, Federal and State workplace safety requirements and ability to adhere to the guidelines and procedures
• Must be able to organize and direct the work of others and act as an effective team leader
• Must be able to accurately calculate figures and amounts such as measurements, proportions and percentages
• Must be able to use District computer software for cashier responsibilities, to maintain accurate records, write routine reports, correspondence and procedure manuals
• Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, spreadsheets, operating and maintenance instructions, and policy manuals
• Ability to assess concerns and complaints of students, staff and parents and proceed appropriately
• Must possess excellent communication skills and must be able to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of supervisors, subordinates, other employees, parents and the general public
• LINQ school nutrition experience or training preferred

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Maintains a variety of records and prepares reports, including daily cash report
2. Assists with Free/Reduced applications. May enter information in the computer and send correspondence
3. Prepares a variety of hot dishes for students and faculty
4. Coordinates entr�e cart, salad bar, and � la carte food preparation and service
5. Uses safe food handling and preparation practices in all aspects of serving meals
6. Makes sure the kitchen is maintained in a sanitary and safe condition
7. Prepares weekly inventory and consults with Food Services Supervisor
8. Review student accounts and ensure accuracy. Records information appropriately
9. Confers with Food Services Supervisor regarding quantities and adjusts recipes for proper amount
10. Orders milk and supplies as instructed
11. Displays and demonstrates thorough knowledge of food safety guidelines and procedures
12. Keeps temperature chart on walk-in freezer and dry storage
13. Checks the temperature of food to ensure proper holding temperatures
14. Checks in & puts away deliveries. Ensures quality and quantity of orders
15. Cleans equipment, dishes, utensils, and work area
16. Attends seminars, workshops, and trainings as directed by Food Services Supervisor
17. Assists in finding recipes for utilizing commodities
18. Performs all duties in a safe and effective manner
19. Performs other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises Food Service employees on site. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with District policy and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring and training employees; daily communication with Food Services Supervisor; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is regularly exposed to risk of electrical shock and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and extreme cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Notice of Non-Discrimination
J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of its operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. The following employees have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Compliance Officer for Title IX , Director of Human Resources, 43371 N. Kenworthy Road, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 or 480-987-5300, and Compliance Officer for Section 504/ADA, Director of Student Services, 43371 N. Kenworthy Road, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 or 480-987-5300.

J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 no discrimina en base a la raza, el color, la religi�n, el origen nacional, el sexo, la discapacidad, la edad, o la orientaci�n sexual para la admisi�n y su acceso a sus programas, servicios, actividades, o en cualquier aspecto de sus operaciones y proporciona un acceso igualitario a los Boys Scouts y otro grupos de j�venes designados. J.O. Combs Unified School District #44 tampoco discrimina en sus pr�cticas de empleo y contrataci�n. Los siguientes empleados han sido designados para manejar las preguntas en cuanto a las pol�zas de no discriminaci�n: Funcionario de Cumplimiento de T�tulo IX, Director de Recursos Humanos, 43371 N. Kenworthy Road, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 o 480-987-5318 y Funcionario de Cumplimiento para la Secci�n 504/ADA, Director de Servicios Estudiantiles, 43371 N. Kenworthy Road, San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 o 480-987-5300.