The posting
New Franklin Elementary School in Portsmouth, NH is looking for enthusiastic and dependable Food Services Assistant I to help provide nutritious meals and provide a positive experience for our students. As a Food Service Assistant I, you'll be part of a team that helps ensure students have access to healthy meals in a welcoming, friendly environment.
The starting pay range for this position is $17.15 and hour up to $20.86 an hour depending on experience and certifications.
This position follows the school calendar meaning no work on weekends, holidays, school vacation, and most snow days and the workday will end by 2:00pm!
NATURE OF WORK The purpose of this position is to prepare, produce, and serve a variety of foods from fresh, canned, dry, or frozen food products according to recipes and to assist in other related tasks in a designated food service production and/or service area.
SUPERVISION Incumbent works under the general direction of the Director of Food Service or their designee.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to, or extension of, the position.
- Maintains high standards of control for quality food production and service.
- Prepares or assists in the preparation of a variety of main and side dishes and accompanying menu items, including sandwiches, salads, meats, vegetables, and fruits as specified by the menu, recipes and production needs.
- Sets up food service areas and serves food.
- Operates kitchen equipment such as, but not limited to, electric mixers, slicers, grinders, ovens, stove tops, warmers and coolers.
- Utilizes kitchenware such as, but not limited to, knives, spatulas, whisks, tongs, spoons, and ladles.
- Practices safe food handling according to state and federal law.
- Assists in monitoring, reduction, and management of food waste.
- Cleans and sanitizes pots, pans, and kitchen utensils.
- Performs daily, weekly, and monthly deep cleaning of the facilities, service areas, and all kitchen equipment such as counters, tables, ovens, refrigerators, freezers, mixers, transient hot carts, mobile carts, and rolling racks.
- Receives, labels, and stores food and supplies according to standards.
- Assists in taking inventory.
- Maintains an environment conducive to protecting the health and well-being of the students, through high levels of food safety and sanitation needs.
- Maintains quality standards for the presentation and service of food in a pleasant environment.
- Ensures compliance with school district policies and procedures.
- Implements administrative policies for proper use and care of all equipment.
- Performs all duties and responsibilities in an ethical and professional manner.
- Communicates effectively with supervisors and other employees.
- Performs other related tasks as required by the supervisor.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES An incumbent in this position consistently demonstrates a(n)...
- Ability to utilize kitchen equipment and kitchenware including electric mixers, slicers, grinders, ovens, stovetops, warmers, coolers, knives, spatulas, whisks, tongs, spoons and ladles.
- Knowledge of basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
- High level of customer service for children and adults.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work cohesively with peers, supervisors, school personnel, and students.
- Ability to maintain standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and personal hygiene.
- Ability to communicate effectively with the general public, City staff, and government officials at all levels.
ENVIRONMENT, WORKING CONDITIONS, PHYSICAL AND MENTAL EFFORT Incumbent will be working in a standard school and kitchen environment which can be noisy at times. Position requires incumbent to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds, bend, reach, and stand for long periods of time, and withstand a wide range of temperatures. Incumbent is required to comprehend and follow recipes and proper use of kitchen equipment in a safe and effective manner. Physical duties must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS A candidate for this position should have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED). Prior experience is a plus but not required.
(The above descriptions are illustrative. They are intended as guides for personnel actions and are not complete itemizations of all facets of any job)
DISCLAIMER The essential functions and duties described herein are normal for this position. They are intended as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similarly related or a logical assignment to or extension of the position. Other duties may be required and assigned by the supervisor. The City of Portsmouth is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. The City is committed to providing access to equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact our Human Resources Director by phone 603-610-4478.
APPLICATION SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS Per RSA 189:13-a all School Employee and Designated School Volunteers are required to complete a criminal history records check in the school administrative unit. The Employee or Volunteer is responsible for the cost of the background check.
