The job of Cook’s Helper was established for the purpose/s of preparing and serving food items to students and/or school personnel as well as maintaining food service facilities in a safe and sanitary condition.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Arranges food and beverage items for the purpose of serving them to students and staff in an efficient manner.
• Cleans utensils, equipment, and storage, food preparation and serving areas for the purpose of maintaining required sanitary conditions.
• Maintains regular attendance and punctuality for the purpose of ensuring availability of services to the District.
• Serves one or more items of food for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional requirements and/or requests of students and school personnel.
• Stocks food, condiments and supplies for the purpose of maintaining adequate quantities and security of items.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

• Assists other personnel (e.g. head cook) for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Collects payments for food items from students and staff (e.g. cash, meal tickets, etc.) for the purpose of securing funds fo reimbursement of costs.
• Inspects food items and/or supplies for the purpose of verifying quantity and specifications of orders and/or complying with mandated health standards.
• Inventories food items, condiments and supplies for the purpose of ensuring availability of items.
• Monitors kitchen and cafeteria areas for the purpose of ensuring a safe and sanitary working environment.
• Prepares documentation for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information.
• Prepares food and beverage items for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional and projected meal requirements.
• Reconciles transactions for the purpose of balancing accounts and adhering to accounting practices.
• Responds to inquiries of students, staff and the public for the purpose of providing information and/or direction regarding the type and/or cost of meals.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT 

Applicants must be able to meet the physical demands of the position. 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 5% sitting, 30% walking, and 65% standing.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

High School Diploma or equivalent is REQUIRED. Job-related experience is preferred but not required. Training will be provided to the successful candidate.