Cafeteria Worker

Come Achieve with The Arc Erie County!  Job Title: Food Service/Cafeteria Worker Location: Cheektowaga, NY   Duties: Performs routine food service tasks specified by Manager Assists in coaching Cafeteria Workers from Adult Services Transports meals from Cheektowaga to Tonawanda, NY- Candidates MUST have a valid NYS driver's license Shift: Full Time- 30 hrs weekly Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent PLUS 1 yr of experience in professional food service Valid NYS Driver’s License                                                                                                       Rate of Pay: $15.00/hr   As our Cafeteria Worker, you’ll also receive:   Affordable Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision) Great Work-Life balance (No nights, no weekend and no holidays!) On the job training w/ experienced manager Opportunities for advancement Full Job Description is listed below: Job Title: Cafeteria Worker Department: Educational Program Job Grade: 1 Job Code: 108A   Position Summary:   Performs routine food service tasks as specified by the Manager; Assists in coaching Cafeteria Workers from Adult Services; May be assigned to any aspect of the school food service operation. Reporting Relationship:  Receives general supervision from Food Service Manager and administrative supervision from Administrative Manager.  Job Duties and Responsibilities: Assists in preparation of school meals as requested; Assists in packing food and non-food items for transport to satellite; may be required to transport meals to satellite;  if transporting meals, monitors agency vehicle to maintain safe operation; documents travel details on agency log form Assists in maintaining work areas and serving areas in clean, sanitary and safe condition;  Washes and cleans counters, steam tables, utensils and other equipment Uses kitchen and transport equipment safely; Recognizes potential and current problems; uses effective problem solving skills;  Reports immediately all accidents/incidents to appropriate staff members Demonstrates the flexibility necessary to accommodate changing needs Assists with stock and inventory as requested Attends all mandated in-service sessions and displays a willingness to attend specific training as required by the position and/or supervisor Develops and maintains a positive working relationship with staff members. Utilizes the Employee Handbook, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point Food Safety Manual and other materials provided to learn and follow policies and procedures Performs other related duties as required by the supervisor Maintains and protects confidential or other sensitive information such as Protected Health Information (PHI) and Personally Identifiable Information (PII) as defined in the agency’s information security policy. Qualifications and Education Requirements:  High school diploma or equivalent PLUS one year of experience in professional food service. PLUS Experience in school food service preferred; Knowledge of proper methods of kitchen equipment care and sanitation; Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Essential Job Functions: Physical demands and Exposure Risk outlined on attached form (A) Ability to bend, stoop, squat, kneel, sit, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, climb flight of stairs; Good physical strength and be able to lift/transfer a minimum of 50 lbs. unassisted and is able to assist in two-three person lifts as necessary;  Must be able to perform physical tasks outlined in the education program’s Safe Student Movement  manual; Must have the ability to see, hear, listen, speak clearly, good motor coordination: grip, strength, eye-hand coordination Mental Requirements: The ability to concentrate in a noisy and crowded environment; The ability to perform critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills, write in clear, organized manner, show good judgment, independent action, prioritizing, following directions; Works independently, as well as cooperatively with others.  Be approachable and enthusiastic and meet job related tasks accordingly. Human Relations Skills: The ability to communicate with individuals in a positive manner, both oral and written, serve as an appropriate role model to co-workers and program participants; Receive supervision instruction in a positive manner; Adhere to agency’s policies, procedures, rules and regulations; Maintains a professional attitude and appearance at all times. Equipment Operation: The ability to operate commercial kitchen equipment; dishwasher, stove/oven/grill, slicer, scale, food thermometer; the ability to drive agency vehicle/van; Use kitchen cleaners, chemicals and ability to come in contact with normal cafeteria dust/dirt, odors and fumes. Agency Principles: All staff members will assure and demonstrate the promotion of fundamental rights and protections for the people that we support. These include practices that treat people with dignity and respect at all times, ensure safety, best possible health/well-being and provide the person with continuity and personal security through the use of natural supports, positive relationships and opportunities for integration in the community. Staff members should also advocate and work toward assisting the people we support through person-centered planning to achieve the personal outcome goals that they have chosen by facilitating the plans and positive supports necessary to assist the person in progressing toward each outcome. Demonstrates the agency values of integrity, respect, responsibility, trust, teamwork, positive attitude, learning and honesty in working with students (persons), families, colleagues and members of our community. Good attendance is vital for the efficient and effective operation of quality programming and is an essential job function of this position. This position is NON-EXEMPT from the overtime requirements of the Fair Labor Standard Act. The Arc Erie County New York retains the right to change this job description at any time.