Food Service Worker - Kent School : Job Details

Schedule/travel: Full-time calendar year position. The typical schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 10:30 am -7 pm (includes a ½ hour unpaid meal period). Additional hours may be required. Schedule may vary according to the Department and Kent School needs.PositionSummary: Assist Baker with preparation as needed. Set up and maintain bake shop station during lunch and dinner service. Specific Duties and Responsibilities include:Monitor station during service for quality and cleanliness. Ensure station is well stocked and fresh.Assist in afternoon prep with the baker.Watch bake shop during lunch and dinner service - restock bakery items, maintain soft serve machine, responsible for gluten-free items.Inspect food for taste, quality, and overall appearance. Recommend changes to improve quality, flavor, and cost efficiency.Maintain a clean and safe environment based on federal, state and local sanitation requirements. FIFO. Ownership of your station's refrigerator and storage areas. Labeling.Communicate with co-workers in a constructive and positive manner. Contribute to team effort by supporting other stations as needed and perform other duties as assigned. Ensure all items are labeled for allergens and identification. Qualifications: A combination of education and work experience in related fields, preferably in a busy cafeteria style environment. Servsafe certification is required (will be provided if needed)The ideal candidate will:

• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, working with various audiences (Faculty, Staff, and Students)
• Possess the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and manage time effectively.
• Works well under pressure.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service skills.
• Able to work independently and make sound decisions with flexibility/adaptability and have a calm demeanor.
• Show flexibility and adaptability; willingness to help team members if needed.

Physical Requirements:The physical demands listed below are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job:

• Requires employees to be on their feet for extended periods, and climb stairs.
• Ability to lift and transport up to 50 lbs. without assistance.

Additional Requirements:

• Successful completion of post-offer, pre-employment criminal background checks and drug test.
• Maintain punctual and regular attendance.
• Work is performed on a smoke free campus.

Additional information:The essential functions and basic skills have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exclusive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.Kent School is committed to making equal employment opportunities available to all qualified persons. In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all personnel without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, ancestry, citizen status, veteran status, physical or mental handicaps, sexual orientation, or any other factors protected by law. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.