Food Service Assistant II

 

USD 497

Details

FTE:

 0.5

HOURS/DAY:

 4.0

DAYS PER YEAR:

 185

 

Purpose Statement

The job of Food Service Assistant II is done for the purpose/s of performing a variety of food service operations (e.g. food preparation, servicing, cashiering, cleaning) at various school sites, distributing food items for consumption by students and school personnel and maintaining facilities in a sanitary condition.

 

Essential Functions

Other Functions

Job Requirements:  Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; preparing and maintaining accurate records; and utilizing equipment used in food preparation including can opener, scales, Hobart mixer, ovens, steamer, steam pot, slicer, proofer, knives, transport carts, serving tools, etc.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions.  Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: health standards and hazards; quantity cooking; and safety practices and procedures.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals; work with a variety of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; setting priorities; working with children; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships; working as part of a team; adhering to district policies; and regular attendance except when taking approved leave.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; providing information and/or advising others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to impact the organization’s services.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some climbing and balancing, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 10% walking, and 80% standing.  The job is performed under some temperature extremes and under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

Experience      Job related experience is desired.

Education        High school diploma or equivalent.

Equivalency   

Required Testing

Certificates

 

SNA Certification

Valid Driver’s License & Evidence of Insurability Preferred

 

Continuing Educ./Training

Clearances

At least 6 hours of annual continuing education/training. Coordinated by Food Service Department

In-house 3 hour Food Safety Basics Class within the first 6 months of employment and thereafter every 5 years

 

Kansas Bureau of Investigation

Kansas Department of Children and Families

Physical and Tuberculosis Clearance

 

FLSA Status                                      Approval Date                         Salary Range

Non Exempt                                                                                           06