DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (NOT ALL INCLUSIVE) Assists cooks in washing, peeling and preparing fruits and vegetables, cleaning, dressing, and cutting up fish and meats; Cuts, slices and butters bread, makes sandwiches, and assists in setting up trays and dishing out food; Prepares cereals, toast, coffee, salads and other simple menu items; Obtains meats and other refrigerated food items from cold storage, weigh and measure other food items to be used; Sweeps and mop pantry, kitchen, dining room, and other floors as required; Cleans tables, chairs, and floors in the dining room and kitchen; washes food utensils and dishes; and cleans equipment such as ranges, counters, and meat blocks; Serves meals to school children; Collects soiled dishes, utensils, and trays, and return them to the kitchen; Performs related work as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITIES Some knowledge of the preparation and service of food as well as the use and care of dishes, and kitchen utensils. Some knowledge of sanitary methods to be used in food preparation and related food service activities. Ability to perform simple mathematical computations, calculations and measurements. Some knowledge of the preparation and service of food as well as the use and care of dishes, and kitchen utensils. Some knowledge of sanitary methods to be used in food preparation and related food service activities. Ability to perform routine custodial duties and to do moderately heavy lifting and moving as required in large scale kitchen operation. Ability to work for long hours while standing. Ability to read, write, understand and follow simple oral and written instructions. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships during the course of work. Ability to lift 70 (seventy) pounds or more. Ability to exercise sound, independent judgment in carrying out functions of the position EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Completion of the 12th Grade or GED One (1) year experience in preparing and serving foods Possession of or ability to qualify for a food handlers health certificate |