Substitute Cook - Full-time / Part-time

pReports To: Food Service Director/p pbr /span style="text-decoration: underline;"strongSUMMARY/strong/span/p pbr /Works directly with the Kitchen Manager to prepare food in accordance with applicable federal, statebr /and district standards./p pbr /span style="text-decoration: underline;"strongESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES/strong/span/p pnbsp;/p ul liCooks food, prepared and/or from scratch, for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional and projected meal requirements./li liServes meals using correct portioning, meeting standards, ensuring that food is at the correct/li litemperature and meets quality standards./li liAssists with delivery and pickup of Breakfast in the Classroom and other food service programs./li liMaintains accurate daily production records for meals, snacks, and other programs in the area worked during service periods./li liCleans kitchen and dishes after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness./li liEnsures excess food is stored or discarded in accordance with safe food-handling procedures./li liMaintains facilities in a sanitary condition (e.g. equipment; food prep, serving, and storage areas; materials, etc.) for the purpose of complying with current health standards./li liOperates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed./li liReports equipment malfunctions to Kitchen Manager./li liMaintains refrigeration logs and sanitation records./li liEnsures all food items are stored and labeled according to required procedures./li liMaintains organized storage of dry goods, refrigerated items, and frozen goods./li liAssists in planning and preparing for catering events./li liPerforms other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effectivenbsp; functioning of the work unit./li /ul pbr /span style="text-decoration: underline;"strongQUALIFICATIONS/strong/span/p pbr /strongEducation and Experience:/strongnbsp;High school diploma or GED required./p pbr /strongInterpersonal Skills:/strongnbsp;Demonstrate the ability to remain calm and professional in an environment with frequent interruption. Ability to interact with a diverse group of individuals in a courteous and tactful manner as well as establish and maintain effective relationships./p pbr /Language Skills: Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from parents, patrons, or staff.nbsp; Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing./p pbr /strongKnowledge:/strongnbsp;Must be able to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentrsquo;s, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals; understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions.nbsp; Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: safety practices and procedures; quantify food preparation and handling; and sanitation practices./p pbr /strongOther Skills and Abilities:/strongnbsp;Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using a variety of processes. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups and individuals; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities; and working as part of a team./p pbr /strongCertificates, Licenses, Registrations:/strongnbsp;Must have a valid Driverrsquo;s License and a clear driving record.br /Must agree to a background check. Must complete required trainings./p pbr /span style="text-decoration: underline;"strongWORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/strong/span/p pbr /Work is generally performed in the food preparation areas./p pbr /Performing the job duties of this position require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, bending, stooping, kneeling, sitting, pushing and/or pulling. There is a greater than average risk of getting a minor injury such as a cut or burn while preforming the duties of this job. There will be constant interaction with both students and staff./p pbr /strongNote:/strongnbsp;This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions, or working conditions associated with the job. The District may add to, modify, or delete any aspect of this job at any time as it deems advisable./p pnbsp;/p pemLaramie County School District No.2 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, or disabilitynbsp;in employment, treatment, admission, or access to educational programs and activities. Inquiries concerning Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 may be referred to Director of Special Services, P.O. Box 489, Pine Bluffs, WY 82082, 307-245-4050.nbsp;/em/p