Food Service Cook/Cashier

Job Title: Food Service Employee/Cashier

Reports to: Food Service Director 

Basic Function:  

 To perform any assigned Food Service Duties with in the Marion Independent School District.

Essential Functions: 

1. Operating the food service point of sale system.
2. Observe and ensure students are properly charged.
3. Attain the ability to recognize a USDA reimbursable meal.
4. Assist in preparing, cooking, serving the daily menu.
5. Assist in daily cleaning of all kitchen equipment, washing and sterilizing of dishes, silverware, utensils and cleaning of serving areas.
6. Must maintain confidentiality within the food service program.
7. Must possess strong basic math skills.
8. Maintain a positive rapport with all staff, students, parents, and community.
9. Dress in appropriate attire as required by the Director.
10. Demonstrate organization and professionalism in your responsibilities.
11. Maintain a positive rapport with all staff, students, parents and community.
12. Be flexible and willing to perform any and all Food Service duties as they are assigned by the Director or Kitchen Manager.
13. Substitute at any buildings with in the district as needed when short staffed.
14. Must attend the required number of hours each year of professional development set by the state.

Specifications/Qualifications: 

• Education & Experience:
• High School Diploma.
• Background Check

Physical Requirements: 

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.  
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle and/or feel objects, tools or controls; talk and hear.  The employee frequently must squat, stoop or kneel, reach above the head and forward.  The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp items.  The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing the duties of this job.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as tables and carts.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus. 

Working Conditions:  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment can vary based on activities taking place.  The position requires the commitment of professional working hours. The employee will frequently work in different areas of the cafeteria including retrieving items near the floor, standing, in movement while supervising lunchroom activities, etc. The employee will usually work in indoor temperatures but will work in kitchens/coolers/gyms where temperatures can fluctuate due to seasonal changes.

The statements contained herein describe the scope of responsibility and essential functions of this position, but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts the Board's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time unless restricted by law or a negotiated contract.

The Marion Independent School District is an EEO/AA employer.

Inquiries by employees or applicants for employment regarding compliance with equal employment opportunity and affirmative action laws and policies, including but not limited to complaints of discrimination, will be directed to the Affirmative Action Coordinator by writing to the Affirmative Action Coordinator (Superintendent), Marion Independent School District, Marion , Iowa 52302; or by telephoning 319-377-4691. Inquiries or complaints regarding sex discrimination may be referred to the District's Equity and Title IX Coordinator, Gretchen Kriegel, Assistant Superintendent, 777 South 15th Street, Marion, Iowa, 52302, 319-377-4691, gkriegel@marion-isd.org.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Inquiries by employees or applicants for employment regarding compliance with equal employment opportunity and affirmative action laws and policies, including but not limited to complaints of discrimination, may also be directed in writing to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commissions, Milwaukee Area Office, Reuss Federal Plaza, 310 West Wisconsin Ave., S