Fast Food Cook prepares food for service in a fast food or short-order setting following pre-set guidelines. Responsible for the preparation, presentation, and execution of all items on the menu. Being a Fast Food Cook prepares and cooks menu items to meet product quality and company standards. May require a high school diploma or equivalent. Additionally, Fast Food Cook typically reports to a supervisor. The Fast Food Cook works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
WAHLUKE SCHOOL DISTRICT #73
JOB POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT/DESCRIPTION
Available Immediately
JOB TITLE: Food Service Assistant Cooks- Assignment 6.5 hours per day. Initial assignment location is at Saddle Mt. Elementary. Assignment locations are at the discretion of the Director of Child Nutrition.
DEPARTMENT: Child Nutrition/Food Service
REPORTS TO: Director of Child Nutrition, Child Nutrition Lead Cook and/or Satellite Cook
CLASSIFICATION: Classified hourly position, FLSA Non-Exempt
REPRESENTATION: Union representation available by the local PSE Union
WORK SCHEDULE: 180 school days (days prorated at time of hire), plus 10 holidays. Assignment 6 to 8 hours per day. Initial assignment locations is at Saddle Mt. Elementary. Additional work days may be available because of extended school calendar or program offerings.
GENERAL DUTIES: Is responsible for the preparation of all food items determined by the Director of Child Nutrition, Lead Cook and/or Satellite Cook. May prepare food for the serving line and keep all foods on the serving line at lunchtime. Requires frequent lifting and moving of items up to 25 lbs unassisted. Is responsible for the cleaning, maintaining of the small wares and equipment, and cleaning of dishes in their school.
SUMMARY: May prepare meal menu items according to standardized recipes and production sheets. Serves meals that comply with USDA requirements for a reimbursable meal. May wash all types of dishes including but not limited to trays, pots and pans. May clean and sanitize foodservice equipment.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to read and write English, to do simple arithmetic, and to follow oral and written direction. Must have the capacity to grasp and adjust to new and changing situations. Manual dexterity and ability to work under pressure are desirable. Must be neat in appearance and wear uniform-type clothing, hairnet or cap covering on hair, and comfortable, safe shoes. Must have a Food & Beverage Workers' Permit.
PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or GED. At least one year of experience in foodservice preparation preferred. Follows oral and written directions. Must be able to read and write English, to do basic arithmetic. Must have flexibility and the capacity to grasp and adjust to new and changing situations. Manual dexterity and ability to work under pressure are desirable. Experience working with culturally diverse students and parents desirable. Willingness to work with children in a kind and caring manner. Must be neat in appearance and wear uniform-type clothing, hairnet or cap covering on hair, and comfortable, safe shoes. Willingness and availability to work during summer and other non-school days to meet student programs needs preferred and made be considered necessary.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT: May use scales for weighing ingredients and portion control, mixer, oven, range, steam-jacketed kettle, slicer, braising skillet, knives, and other related tools and equipment.
WORKING CONDITIONS: At certain times of the year, kitchen may become excessively warm. Must do much standing on feet and lifting. The employee must frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds unassisted, or up to 50-100 pounds assisted. The employee must regularly push and/or pull carts and other portable/moveable equipment.
SUPERVISION: Is responsible to the Child Nutrition Lead Cook/Satellite Cook and the Director of Child Nutrition. May supervise student helpers.
JOB EXPECTATIONS:
Personal Habits Affect Food Safety – Washington Food Worker Code
Eating, Drinking and Smoking
Food worker may not eat, drink, or use any type of tobacco in food preparation areas. This is to prevent spills onto food and to reduce the chance of contamination.
Exception: Food workers may drink form a covered container with a straw. The drink must be stored so that it cannot spill onto food or food-contact surfaces.
Hair Restraints
Hair restraints are intended to keep hands out of hair and hair out of food. Hair must be effectively restrained whenever you are working around food or food preparation areas. Hair restraints include hairnets, hats, barrettes, ponytail holders, and tight braids. Long beards must also be restrained.
Fingernails
Fingernails must be trimmed so they are easy to clean. If nail polish or artificial nails are worn, the food worker must wear gloves when preparing all foods, not just ready-to-eat foods. For example, a food worker with artificial nails would need to wear gloves when mixing batter with a spoon.
Jewelry
Jewelry can hide germs that cause foodborne illness and make it hard to wash hands. Jewelry can also fall into food. While preparing food, food workers must remove watches, rings, bracelets, and all other jewelry on the arms or hands.
Exception: Wedding rings may be worn if they are covered with a glove when the food worker is preparing food.
Personal Items
Personal items like medicine, coats, and purses must be stored away from food, dishes, and linens.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES of the Food Staff Assistant include the following. This is a representative list and is not considered exhaustive. Other duties may be assigned.
The Wahluke School District #73 complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate on a basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorable discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in our programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated your groups. Inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to; Athletic Director, Title IX Coordinator at jhaak@wahluke.net or (509)932-4477; Civil Rights Coordinator, HR Director at lleitz@wahluke.net or (509)932-4565: Section 504 Compliance, Student Support Services Director at gcalaway@wahluke.net or (509)932-4565. School District address: 411 E. Saddle Mt. Dr., Mattawa, WA 99349
Wahluke is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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