Lunchroom Worker (BES)

Lunchroom Worker

Supervised by/Reports to: CNP Manager, Principal, and CNP Coordinator

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Job Goal:

• To effectively implement local school Child Nutrition Program (CNP)
• To provide healthy, nutritious meals and food preparation services for students, staff, visitors, and community members of Fayette County Schools

Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or equivalent preferred
2. Ability to meet the suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457
3. Ability to operate and maintain kitchen equipment necessary for performance of job responsibilities
4. Ability to carry out verbal and written instructions and demonstrate effective interpersonal skills
5. Ability to follow Child Nutrition Program guidelines and regulations
6. Ability to use technology as required to perform job responsibilities
7. Ability to complete annual continuing education training as required by the USDA
8. Strength, stamina, agility, dexterity, and acuity to perform job responsibilities safely and effectively
9. Ability, agility and stamina to engage in prolonged standing, stooping, kneeling, bending, turning, reaching, and repetitive lifting up to 30 pounds
10. Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds
11. Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance
12. Such alternative qualifications to those listed as the Board may require
13. Is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions

Performance Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

1. Assists in preparation and service of food according to the written menu of the day and supervisor's/manager's instruction
2. Performs food storage; inventory control; equipment cleaning, assembly and disassembly; and related serving and sanitation tasks as assigned
3. Operates food service equipment in accordance with established procedures
4. Serves in job rotation or assists in any CNP activities as assigned including, but not limited to, cashier, server, backup, dish machine operator, food preparation, and cleanup of kitchen, dining area, storage areas, or work area
5. Maintains professional dress and hygiene, suitable for food service work (attire, hair net/hat, closed-toe shoe with non-skid sole, etc.)
6. Observes proper safety precautions in the kitchen and other work areas
7. Cooperates with other school system staff members in maintaining high standards in the child nutrition program
8. Follows written and verbal instructions and communicates effectively with others (CNP staff, vendors, school staff, students, parents, community members)
9. Participates in job related in-service training, conferences, and continuing educational programs
10. Engages in professional growth and demonstrates professional ethics and effective work habits
11. Performs duties in a courteous and professional manner
12. Maintains appropriate confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters
13. Demonstrates initiative in identifying potential problems and/or opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility
14. Reports potential problems, unusual events, or work irregularities to appropriate administrative or supervisory personnel
15. Responds to inquiries, requests, constructive feedback, concerns and/or complaints in a timely and positive manner.
16. Maintains and submits reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner
17. Properly uses and cares for tools, equipment, and material resources of the school system
18. Serves on school/system committees as required or appropriate
19. Uses effective collaboration skills to work as an effective team member
20. Demonstrates support for the school system and its goals and priorities
21. Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies, and state, federal, and local regulations
22. Reports absences and takes leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures
23. Performs any related and appropriate duties as requested by the lunchroom manager and/or the school principal

Terms of Employment: Nine-month position (6 ½ hours, 182 days) in accordance with the Fayette County Board of Education's salary schedule.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the State Department of Education and/or Fayette County Board of Education's Policy on evaluation of classified personnel.