Fordsville Elementary
COOK/BAKER - JOB CLASS #7241, 2 HOURS/181 DAYS
LUNCHROOM MONITOR - JOB CLASS #7213, 2 HOURS/180 DAYS
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. High school diploma or GED Certificate
2. Good general health, and strong back capable of heavy lifting and one year experience in cooking and baking food in large quantities.
3. Demonstrate or develop skills in food preparation, reading and following institutional recipes.
4. Demonstrate or develop skills in the use and care of institutional equipment.
5. Must meet the requirement of 702 KAR 6:045 which prescribes the necessary qualifications and training of beginning school food service employees.
6. Has met health requirements as specified in district personnel policy.
REPORTS TO:
Cafeteria Manager
JOB GOAL:
To prepare and serve tasty, attractive, and nutritious meals to students in an atmosphere of efficiency, cleanliness, and friendliness.
1.0 GENERAL KNOWLEDGE BASE
Knowledge Of:
1.1 Principles and methods of quantity food service preparation, serving and storage.
1.2 Sanitation and safety practices related to handling, cooking, baking and serving food.
1.3 Methods of preparing and serving food in large quantities.
1.4 Methods of adjusting and extending recipes and proper substitutions.
1.5 Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
1.6 Standard kitchen equipment, utensils and measurements.
1.7 Health and safety regulations.
1.8 Basic record-keeping techniques.
1.9 Basic math and cashiering skills.
2.0 ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Ability To:
2.1 Prepare, cook, bake and serve a variety of foods in quantity at an assigned food service facility.
2.2 Prepare and serve food in accordance with health and sanitation regulations.
2.3 Operate and maintain standard machines and equipment found in school cafeterias and kitchens.
2.4 Prepare attractive, appetizing and nutritious meals for students and staff.
2.5 Lift, bend, reach and stand.
2.6 Follow, adjust and extend recipes.
2.7 Understand and follow oral and written directions.
2.8 Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
2.9 Lift heavy objects.
2.10 Maintain routine records.
2.11 Meet schedules and time lines.
2.12 Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
2.13 Plan and organize work.
2.14 Observe health and safety regulations.
2.15 Train and provide work direction to others.
2.16 Make change accurately.
2.17 Read and write at a level required for successful job performance.
3.0 Performance Responsibilities
3.1 Prepares and bakes rolls, biscuits, breads, cakes, cookies and other baked goods.
3.2 Prepares and cooks meat dishes, vegetables and other main dishes; prepares salads, sandwiches, fruit, soup, sauces and other foods.
3.3 Maintains the highest standards of safety and cleanliness in the kitchen; cleans equipment, utensils, and appliances as needed.
3.4 Prepares food according to a planned menu and tested, uniform recipes, and determines if the finished product is of best quality both in flavor and appearance before it is served.
3.5 Demonstrates an understanding of serving sizes to meet the USDA requirements with regard to the ages of the School Meal Pattern.
3.6 Assists in maintaining the perpetual inventories.
3.7 Assumes responsibility for proper storage and disposal of unused foods.
3.8 Assists in the daily clean up of the kitchen and service areas.
3.9 Performs related duties at special meal functions, such as banquets, when needed.
3.10 Participates in planned training programs.
3.11 Demonstrates a positive attitude toward good nutrition.
3.12 Demonstrates loyalty and dedication to the purposes and goals of the Ohio County Schools.
3.13 Assumes and carries out such other task as may be assigned by the manager, principal, and/or school food service director.
MONITOR:
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. High school diploma or GED Certificate
2. Demonstrates competent language skills.
3. Has demonstrated ability to work with children in an organized setting.
4. Participates in program training as specified by the Kentucky Department of Education and local district.
5. Has met the requirements of a criminal records check as specified by Kentucky State Law.
6. Has met health requirements as specified in district personnel policy.
REPORTS TO:
Principal or his/her designee.
JOB GOAL:
To help establish and maintain a calm and pleasant atmosphere in the cafeteria so that students may find mealtime a time to relax after the tasks of the morning and to refresh themselves for the tasks of the afternoon; to maintain cleanliness of food service facilities.
1.0 GENERAL KNOWLEDGE BASE
Knowledge Of:
1.1 Basic food service operations.
1.2 Proper student conduct and discipline.
1.3 Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
1.4 Health and safety regulations.
2.0 ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Ability To:
2.1 Supervise students and assure proper conduct in the lunchroom.
2.2 Maintain cleanliness of food service facilities.
2.3 Learn District policies and procedures related to assigned activities.
2.4 Work cooperatively with others.
2.5 Arrange furniture.
3.0 Performance Responsibilities
3.1 Organizes students into orderly lines for purchasing food, and sees that they go to assigned tables.
3.2 Helps students develop and observe proper dining habits, both in terms of etiquette and nutrition.
3.3 Assists younger students with use of utensils when needed.
3.4 Organizes students for orderly disposal of food waste, trays, and utensils.
3.5 Organizes groups for orderly dismissal from the lunchroom.
3.6 Circulates among the tables during the meal period so as to be available to help children who need help and to resolve any minor problems that arise.
3.7 Informs an attending teacher an/or principal at once of any serious infraction of disciplinary rules by students.
3.8 Calls immediately for an attending teacher and/or principal in the event of any argument involving more than two students; any incident involving physical confrontation; and any incident that appears to be of more than momentary disruption.
3.9 Maintains confidentiality of records and all information concerning students and classroom activities; refers all questions to teacher or principal.
3.10 Participates in appropriate in-service training.
3.11 Assists certified persons in implementing all policies and regulations governing student conduct for the classroom and related school activities.
3.12 Acts in accordance with the policies as set forth by the Ohio County Board of Education, KRS, KAR, and applicable Federal laws and regulations.
3.13 Performs other duties that may not be specifically covered in this general job description as assigned by the supervising teacher and/or principal.
3.14 Demonstrates loyalty, dedication, and a positive attitude toward the mission and goals of Ohio County Schools.
3.15 Dresses appropriately for the job and is neat and well-groomed.
3.16 Exhibits good physical health required to perform tasks.
3.17 Accepts constructive criticism willingly.
3.18 Is punctual and prepare for immediate assumption of duties upon arrival at school.
3.19 Utilizes time appropriately and maintains good attendance.
3.20 Is familiar with fire and tornado exit procedures and crisis management; and assists with implementation