The Leechburg Area Food Service Department is seeking applicants for a day-to-day of Food Service Worker. This is a part-time, on-site, 10-month position. The employee works 5 hours daily, between 7:00 AM and 12:00 PM, Monday through Friday, on days when students are in attendance during the regular school year. The Food Service Department may schedule additional work and training days on an as-needed basis.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school degree or GED required
• Previous experience in food preparation or hospitality is preferred but not required.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to interact positively with guests. 
• Knowledge of food safety practices and handling procedures is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Flexibility to work various shifts as needed, including weekends or holidays.

REPORTS TO: Food Service Director

 

ACCOUNTABILITY OBJECTIVE:

This position assists with serving the students and staff attractive and nutritious meals in an efficient and pleasant manner while adhering to state and federal guidelines.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Get breakfast cart out and ready for breakfast service
• Serve breakfast
• Prep breakfast cart for next day
• Get snack room ready for service (stocked, prepare hot rotation items, prepare specialty drinks and parfaits)
• Help prep lunch- sandwiches, salads, assist with bistro & munchables, assist pizza making
• Start snack bar when lunch service starts
• Clean tables
• Clean & stock snack room for following day
• Prepare and serve food items according to established recipes and portion sizes.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the cafeteria area, including dining tables and serving stations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards during food handling and preparation.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
• Monitor inventory levels of food supplies and report any shortages to management.
• Follow all health regulations and safety guidelines while performing duties.
• All other duties as assigned by head cook or Food Service Director

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Standing for extended period of time
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling 40 pounds occasionally
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling 30 pounds frequently
• Ability to kneel, crouch, bend and reach to retrieve and handle inventory and supplies
• Ability to speak clearly and distinctly when communicating
• Hearing clearly
• Adequate vision to perform duties

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.  Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned

 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:   Per Food Service Collective Bargaining Agreement

 

The Leechburg Area School District requires the following clearances, training, and forms to be eligible for employment in Pennsylvania public schools.
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151)
• Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check (Act 34)
• FBI Federal Criminal History Record (Act 114) Act 126
• Child/Student Abuse Recognition and Mandated Reporter Training.
• Arrest or Conviction Form (PDE 6004) (Act 24)
• School personal health Records (physical including TB test)
• Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure (Act 168)
The Leechburg Area School District is an equal opportunity employer.