Food Service Helper

MWCSD is looking to fill vacancies for Food Service Helper. This is a six hour position.

Under the general supervision of the applicable supervisor the incumbent of this position routinely assists in the preparation, cooking and serving of a variety of foods in large quantities for us in a nutritional program. The work involves responsibility for the preparation and service of food and the cleaning of kitchen equipment. Does related work as required.

• Assists in loading food trays on carts;
• Follows standardized recipes for accurate food preparation;
• Receives and inspects food to be cooked;
• Assists in preparation, cooking, and serving of food in large quantities;
• Cleans refrigerators, coolers, dishwashers and other kitchen equipment;
• Cleans work area;
• Sweeps, mops and cleans the kitchen, serving area, dish room and other applicable areas;
• Cleans dining rooms and wipes off tables;
• Washes dishes, pots and pans by hand or uses the dishwasher;
• May receive stock items and put them in proper place when necessary;
• Prepares simple foods such as sandwiches, salads, soup and a variety of other food;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Good knowledge of modern methods and equipment used in the preparation, cooking and service of food in large quantities;
Working knowledge of proper food service and kitchen appliances;

• Working knowledge of modern cleaning methods and the use of cleaning supplies and appliances;
• Working knowledge of basic arithmetic;
• Ability to follow simple oral and written directions;
• Ability to get along well with others;
• Ability to accurately handle money;
• Patience;
• Tact;
• Reliability;
• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

There are no minimal qualifications.