Pioneer - Food Service Substitute

Substitute Food Service Helper (Substitute placement is an on-call, as needed basis.)

Our District:

Pioneer School District serves approximately 750 P-8 students and encompasses a rural area east of Shelton in the South Puget Sound region. The district is mainly forested, accented by lakes and waterways with multiple recreational opportunities. Our community is known for having a strong commitment to supporting our schools and our students. Our district is committed to ensuring that every student achieves high levels of learning every day.  

Description:

The job of the Food Service Helper is to serve the students attractive and nutritious meals in an atmosphere of efficiency, cleanliness and warmth.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Maintains the highest standards of safety and cleanliness in the kitchen
2. Maintains all food handling and storage in compliance with state health department guidelines
3. Prepares food according to a planned menu and determines if the finished product is of best quality, both in flavor and appearance before it is served
4. Serves breakfast and/or lunches to students or sells ala carte items
5. Cleans cafeteria area, including the sanitation and wiping down of tables prior to storage
6. Assists Lead Kitchen Helper as requested
7. Reports immediately to the food service supervisors any problems or accidents occurring in the kitchen or on the cafeteria premises
8. Reports to the food service supervisors any faulty or inferior quality food that is received
9. Assist Lead Kitchen Helper in placing orders with the Food Service Supervisor for products needed to prepare for specific job functions
10. Performs the daily cleaning of all kitchen equipment, the washing and sterilizing of all dishes, silverware, and utensils
11. Is responsible for taking cash, lunch cards, or entering student meal account pin numbers into point of sale system
12. Collects and verifies all moneys taken in during the day, fills out deposit, and locks money into bank bag to be picked up by courier
13. Validates that each meal claimed for reimbursement qualifies as a reimbursable meal
14. Is responsible for daily meal and cash report necessary for state reimbursement
15. Performs other food service related duties as assigned pursuant to the contract
16. Performs the essential of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
17. Completes work at assigned workstation(s)
18. Consistently deals with people in a courteous and professional manner

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Criminal Justice fingerprint/background clearance required, cost paid by applicant. Schedule your appointment here: https://www.esd113.org/district-support/hr/fingerprinting/
• Demonstrated aptitude for successful performance of tasks listed
• Must have a valid Washington State Food Worker card
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to remain standing during entire shift
• Ability to manually move, shelve, stack, or raise from floor to table or serving area heavy objects (pots, pans, trays, and food supplies) weighing up to 35 pounds
• Such alternatives to the above as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
• Prior job related experience paid or volunteer

REQUIREMENTS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to perform manual labor and lift/carry or push/pull heavy and bulky items up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to walk, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, bend, or reach for extended durations, and occasionally work in inclement weather.
• Ability to strictly adhere to and follow all safety precautions and procedures
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to follow oral and written instruction, including safety data sheets and chemical labels.
• Ability to effectively interact with students, parents, staff, and community members in a welcoming, supportive, and confident manner.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the cultural, ethnic, gender, and religious diversity of students, staff, parents, and community.
• Must be a trustworthy individual with a high level of integrity and work ethic throughout all duties.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters.
• Initiative and ability to work with minimal direction and supervision; sound judgment and decision-making capabilities are essential.
• Must be punctual and dependable. Regular and consistent attendance is required.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This job is performed under some temperature extremes, exposure to noise from power equipment, and some hazardous conditions.

POTENTIAL MODIFICATIONS: Employer handles this on a case by case basis.  

RESPONSIBLE TO:  Director of Food Service
SCHEDULE:  Pioneer School District Calendar
SALARY:  Pioneer School District Classified Salary Schedule; $17.28-$17.28
CONTACT:  Human Resources - 360-426-9115

Benefits: This position is not eligible for benefits or union membership.

Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance benefits, as administered by the School Employees Benefit Board (SEBB). Final benefit eligibility to be determined at time of hire.  Employees are eligible to enroll in the Department of Retirement Services (DRS) SERS plan (classified employees) or TERS plan (certificated employees), as well as the DRS Deferred Compensation Program. Employees receive sick leave, personal leave, and paid holidays as outlined in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Pioneer School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age and provides equal access to the Boys Scouts and other designated youth groups.  The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator and Section 504 Compliance Coordinator: Amy Dahlberg, 360-427-2737, adahlberg@psd402.org. Address: 112 E. Spencer Lake Road, Shelton, WA 98584.  Title IX Coordinator:  Amy Koster, 360-426-9115, akoster@psd402.org. Address: 112 E. Spencer Lake Road, Shelton, WA 98584.

Complaint procedures can be found on website under Board Policy #3210 (students) and #5010 (employees).

The Pioneer School District will provide reasonable accommodations to enable persons with disabilities the opportunity to apply for open positions and to participate in District interview procedures.  Persons with disabilities or who need translation services are asked to notify the Human Resources Office at  360-426-9115 at least three days prior to the date on which the requested accommodation is needed.