Combined Food Preparation and Service Worker jobs in Buffalo, NY

Description

Position Highlights:

Location Name: Elmwood Franklin School 

Rate of Pay:$15.00/hr. 

Hours of Work / Schedule: 8am-2:00pm

Part Time 

Summary of position: Our food service workers are considered a jack of all trades. They are cross trained to have the ability to work in various roles within the department including cashing, food prep, serving and dishwashing. Most often, they assume one of the roles but can perform the duties (as needed) summarized below:

Cashiers:

• Responsible for accurately accounting for the collection of monies in payment of food products and meal plans:
• Verify the amount of money provided in the cash drawer at the beginning of his/her shift
• Check with Unit/Food Service Manager to determine any menu specials for the day or any item price changes
• Itemize and ring into the register all food and beverage item purchased by each customer and ensure accuracy of total
• Receive payment from customer and count change due back to the customer
• Collect cash or check payments for prepaid lunch programs and record payments according to procedure
• At some accounts locations, it may be required to count money and total checks in cash drawer at the end of shift

Dish/Pot Washers:

• Maintains a clean, sanitary and compliant healthy environment for food preparation and service.
• Responsible for monitoring the effectiveness of the dish cleaning machine; monitoring water temperature; and quality of cleanliness of all kitchen items.
• Responsible for overall operation of dish machine including set up and break down of all parts
• Wash and properly store all dishes, trays, utensils, cups, and small equipment for the department
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• Contributes to the success of the food service team through preparing selected cold foods and preparing in advance those food items and ingredients necessary for the menu items and/or recipes for the following day.
• Reviews production sheet to ensure a complete understanding of responsibilities specific to the published meal plan.
• Washes, peels, chops or dices vegetables, fruits, and other foods as required

Servers:

• Contributes to the orderly & efficient distribution of prepared foods as well as creating a positive customer experience.
• Servers are the front-line representatives prepared to answer questions regarding daily menu items & options availability
• Set up and maintain the food service line from start to finish including plates, utensils, food, beverage, etc.
• Prepare for food service wearing protective coverings as required for sanitation
• Ensure that utensils to be used are clean and in good working order
• Serve food in accordance with portion requirements
• Clean the food service line intermittently during the service period as necessary

We offer:

• Flexible schedules – most positions have no nights, weekends or holidays!
• School District positions have working hours compatible with school schedules for working families!
• Benefit eligible positions may chose to participate in Health, Dental, Vision, 401k, LTD, Life Insurance and Paid Vacation!
• FREE lunch and uniforms!

Requirements

Education and/or Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Knowledge of foodstuffs is essential with some food production experience necessary
• Must be able to work at a moderate to fast pace
• Must possess basic math skills, ability to handle money accurately and basic knowledge of cash registers
• Must have reliable transportation

We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.