EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Prepares food for students and staff.  Serves food and responsible for cleanup following meal times.  Records transactions on computer.  Assists in balancing money each day.  Must be able to work under heat and stress conditions.  Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and be on your feet for long periods of time. 
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned by the Manager.

• Unload food and supplies from the truck and put items away in the appropriate storage units. Handle hot/cold food items properly, maintaining temperatures according to HAACP guidelines.
• Prepare food in a proper manner to assure high-quality products.
• Serve food in proper portions. Follow “offer vs. serve” standards.  Hold hot/cold foods at proper temperatures during serving times.
• Follow all sanitation and safety guidelines as directed.
• Follow the directions given by the Manager.
• Data entry on the computer.
• Maintain temperature records and production records.
• Clean dining area and kitchen area, including sweeping, mopping, lifting/folding tables, dishwashing, and cleaning serving counters. Remove trash and recyclables during lunch and at the end of the workday.
• Interact with students, faculty, and co-workers in a friendly manner.
• Assist in cleaning of all kitchen equipment.
• Monitoring playground and recess duty.
• Work in all areas of the operation on a rotation basis.

QUALIFICATIONS 
To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, education, and/or ability required.

• Lifting up to 50 pounds frequently
• Standing or walking constantly
• The ability to climb stairs carrying food/ food items or supplies
• A pleasant, positive attitude
• Computer & cashier experience or the willingness to learn a must
• Ability to work with children in a culturally diverse working environment

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
A high school diploma or GED is required. 2-3 years' experience in food service is preferred but not required. Computer/cash register experience is preferred but not required.
 
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Must possess the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of individuals and groups from all levels of the organization, including departmental staff, principals, and central administration, as well as students, parents, and community members.  The individual must have effective listening skills.
 
ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS
Being punctual is a necessity.  Complete duties in a timely manner. Must have the ability to multi-task.
 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT 
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. 
 
Working Conditions: Climate—extreme heat and humidity

Application Procedure: Apply Online

The Sioux City Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following areas: Business & Marketing, Family & Consumer Science, Health Science, and Industrial Arts, Technology, & PLTW.

The Sioux City Community School District is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information (for employment), national origin, religion, age (for employment), disability, socioeconomic status (for programs), marital status (for programs), or veteran status (for employment) in its educational programs and its employment practices.  The District is required by Title IX and 34 CFR Part 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex in its programs, activities, or employment.  

Inquiries or grievances under Section 504  and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act may be directed to Dr. Dora Jung, Director of Student Services & Equity Education/Title IX Coordinator at 627 4th Street, Sioux City, IA 51101, (712) 279-6075,  jungd@live.siouxcityschools.com. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations to the District may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, the Assistant Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education, or both. Please see District Board policies 103 and 504.4 for additional information on available grievance procedures.

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DECLARACIÓN DE NO DISCRIMINAR:  El Distrito Escolar de la Comunidad de Sioux City ofrece programas profesionales y técnicos en las áreas siguientes:  Negocios y Mercadotecnia; Ciencias de la Familia y del Consumidor; Ciencias de la Salud; Tecnología; y PLTW (Proyecto Vanguardia).   

El Distrito Escolar de la Comunidad de Sioux City es una institución de empleo con oportunidad equitativa y acción afirmativa.  Es una práctica injusta o discriminatoria de cualquier institución educativa de discriminar basado en raza, credo, color, sexo, orientación sexual, identidad de género, información genética (para empleo), origen nacional, religión, edad (para empleo), discapacidad, condición socioeconómica (para programas), estado civil (para programas), o estatus de veterano (para empleo) en cualquier programa educacional o práctica de empleo. 

Las preguntas o quejas, incluyendo quejas de Sección 504 y quejas bajo el Título II de la Ley de Americanos con Discapacidades, pueden ser dirigidas a Dra. Dora Jung, Directora de Servicios Estudiantiles y Educación de Igualdad en 627 4th Street, Sioux City, IA 51101, (712) 279-6075,  jungd@live.siouxcityschools.com. Por favor, vea las políticas 103 y 504.4 de la Junta Directiva para información adicional acerca de los procedimientos disponibles de las quejas.