JOB DESCRIPTION


SUMMARY OF POSITION
Performs moderately difficult work in the performance of food service work involving cooking and preparing food and assisting in the management operation within a school facility, including assisting in the planning, organizing and preparing quality meals that are served in a safe, sanitary, nutritious, and appealing manner.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepare menu items for cooking and serving including entrees, breads, salads, fresh fruits, vegetables and occasionally desserts.

• Set up food serving stations and serve, cleans and stores dishes, utensils, cafeteria equipment and food supplies; cleans work areas; operates kitchen equipment.

• Assist with supervision of student help.

• Operate a cash register; accept payments for food when necessary.

• Substitute for the Nutrition Manager as needed.

• Assist in the maintenance of school cafeteria records, orders and inventory supplies.

• Promote the school meal programs and provide excellent customer service.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Perform other related duties as assigned.

WORK CONTACTS
Frequent contact with students, staff and parents. The majority of contacts are in person.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of reading, writing and business math; knowledge of the cooking and food preparation techniques as applied to institutional school food preparation; knowledge of commonly encountered commercial kitchen equipment and utensils and their safe handling and operation; knowledge of proper food handling, cleaning and storage; knowledge of established USDA guidelines concerning nutritional requirements for school lunch programs

ABILITY TO
Operate cooking and food preparation equipment.

Prepare food in accordance with applicable guidelines.

Follow detailed recipes and instructions.

Establish and maintain a cooperative and positive relationship with others (parents, students, staff) contacted in the course of work.

Work independently.

Maintain accurate and detailed statistical and/or confidential records and documentation.

Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to lift, carry, push and pull objects up to 35 lbs.

Maintain regular attendance.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Work is performed under the general supervision of the Nutrition Manager. The Nutrition Manager will at least annually evaluate the Assistant Cook’s performance.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED
None

CONDITIONS OF WORK
Work involves lifting, bending, standing, pushing, and pulling.

SAFETY SENSITIVE:


ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Some experience in commercial or institutional food preparation and high school graduation or equivalent; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the work.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATES
Serve Safe Food Handler’s Certificate required within 30 days of hire.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL/INTELLECTUAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical and mental/intellectual requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Those requirements include:

• Strength, dexterity, and coordination to use keyboard and video display terminal for prolonged periods.Sedentary to heavy exertion of force involving 10-25 pounds frequently with up to 50 pounds occasionally.May involve negligible up to significant stand/walk/push/pull/carry. May involve climbing, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, carrying, and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, and repetitive fine motor activities.Mobility to work in a typical classroom setting and use standard classroom equipment.The ability to interact professionally, communicates effectively, and exchange information accurately with all internal and external members of the school community.
• In compliance with applicable disability laws, reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with a disability who require and request such accommodations.Applicants and incumbents are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

EMPLOYEE PUNCTUALITY AND APPEARANCE
In order for DCSD schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave. Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee’s supervisor or building administrator. All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of DCSD and is appropriate for their position.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Douglas County School District does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, creed/religion, color, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity or expression, genetic information, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, age, veterans or military status, or political affiliation in admission to or access to, treatment or employment, or participation in its programs and activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups, pursuant to federal and state laws including, but not limited to, Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA), and the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act. The Douglas County School District is an equal opportunity employer and will not knowingly discriminate in any area of employment, which includes recruiting and hiring practices, working conditions, training, promotion, and terms and conditions of employment. Individuals with a disability who require reasonable accommodation(s) during any step of the screening process or who have questions about qualifications should notify a representative in Human Resources. Notification may be made in person, in writing, or by calling (775) 782-7177.

The Superintendent of Douglas County School District has designated the following position to handle inquiries regarding student and employee non-discrimination policies:


Executive Director of Human Resources
1638 Mono Avenue
Minden, Nevada 89423
Phone: (775) 782-7177