Cafeteria Worker

Position Type:
Classified/Cafeteria

Date Posted:
11/21/2023

Location:
Muhlenberg School District Administration BuildingPlease note this position may be assigned to any of our district buildings. 4.5 hours per day.

MUHLENBERG SCHOOL DISTRICT
Laureldale, Pennsylvania

I. Position Guide and Job Description

General Cafeteria Worker

II. Organizational Position

General cafeteria workers are directly responsible to the Head Cook and/or his or her designee.

III. General Scope of Position

General cafeteria workers are responsible for assisting in the preparation and serving of food. All workers shall in the responsibility of keeping a clean, sanitary and safe work environment.

IV. Specific Duties and Responsibilities

1. Prepare food under the direction of the Head Cook.

1. Assist and serve food items to the students and staff.

1. Operate food preparation equipment such as mixers, choppers, steamers and other food preparation equipment as directed by the Head Cook.

1. Operate a cash register as assigned by the Head Cook.

1. Operate the dish machine and other cleaning equipment as assigned by the Head Cook.

1. Manual cleaning of pots and pans and other cooking equipment.

1. Assist in keeping serving lines and areas supplied with food.

1. Receive food and supply deliveries and place in appropriate storage areas as directed by the Head Cook.

1. Assist in the planning, set up and preparation of special catering events as directed by the Head Cook.

1. Assist the Head Cook and his or her designee in other areas relating to the cafeteria that may be deemed appropriate.

Position Guide and Job Description
General Cafeteria Worker
Page 2

V. Required Qualifications and Experience

1. Educational: High school diploma required.

Experience in cafeteria food preparation and or food service experience helpful.
Knowledge of operation of food preparation equipment, including safety practices helpful.

1. Physical: Should be able to lift at least 60 pounds without any help.

Must be able to push food and utility carts and utilize other equipment.
Demonstrate manual dexterity required to operate food preparation equipment.

VI. Information in Accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act

A. A review of this job description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities listed are essential job functions. Employees will also be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

B. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee will possess the abilities or aptitudes necessary to address each duty proficiently.

1. All requirements are subject to possible modification to accommodate reasonably any individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the Assistant Superintendent of any and all reasonable accommodations that will be needed.

1. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, other employees, students, or the general public.

It is the policy of the Muhlenberg School District not to discriminate on the basis of gender, disability, race, color and national origin in its educational programs, activities, or employment policies as required by Title IX of the 1972 Education Amendments.

Board Approval: January 11, 2012
MUHLENBERG SCHOOL DISTRICT
Laureldale, Pennsylvania

I. Position Guide and Job Description

General Cafeteria Worker

II. Organizational Position

General cafeteria workers are directly responsible to the Head Cook and/or his or her designee.

III. General Scope of Position

General cafeteria workers are responsible for assisting in the preparation and serving of food. All workers shall in the responsibility of keeping a clean, sanitary and safe work environment.

IV. Specific Duties and Responsibilities

1. Prepare food under the direction of the Head Cook.

1. Assist and serve food items to the students and staff.

1. Operate food preparation equipment such as mixers, choppers, steamers and other food preparation equipment as directed by the Head Cook.

1. Operate a cash register as assigned by the Head Cook.

1. Operate the dish machine and other cleaning equipment as assigned by the Head Cook.

1. Manual cleaning of pots and pans and other cooking equipment.

1. Assist in keeping serving lines and areas supplied with food.

1. Receive food and supply deliveries and place in appropriate storage areas as directed by the Head Cook.

1. Assist in the planning, set up and preparation of special catering events as directed by the Head Cook.

1. Assist the Head Cook and his or her designee in other areas relating to the cafeteria that may be deemed appropriate.

Position Guide and Job Description
General Cafeteria Worker
Page 2

V. Required Qualifications and Experience

1. Educational: High school diploma required.

Experience in cafeteria food preparation and or food service experience helpful.
Knowledge of operation of food preparation equipment, including safety practices helpful.

1. Physical: Should be able to lift at least 60 pounds without any help.

Must be able to push food and utility carts and utilize other equipment.
Demonstrate manual dexterity required to operate food preparation equipment.

VI. Information in Accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act

A. A review of this job description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities listed are essential job functions. Employees will also be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

B. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee will possess the abilities or aptitudes necessary to address each duty proficiently.

1. All requirements are subject to possible modification to accommodate reasonably any individuals with disabilities. It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the Assistant Superintendent of any and all reasonable accommodations that will be needed.

1. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves, other employees, students, or the general public.

It is the policy of the Muhlenberg School District not to discriminate on the basis of gender, disability, race, color and national origin in its educational programs, activities, or employment policies as required by Title IX of the 1972 Education Amendments.

Board Approval: January 11, 2012

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