Job Details
Release Date: June 28, 2023 Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Requisition Pool # Only 10051
Current benefited staff of SMCPS who submit a timely application and meet the minimum qualifications for the position shall be granted an interview and shall be considered to fill the vacancy prior to external applicants being considered. Questions regarding your application and/or candidacy should be directed to the Department of Human Resources.
Position: Food Service Worker (4 hours/day) Open Until Filled
(ten-month assignment)
Location: Food and Nutrition Services/Various Sites
Salary: The salary for this position will be based on the EASMC-ESP ten-month four-hour food service employees salary schedule - Range 1. ($11,778 - $17,815)
Effective: August 2023
This advertisement will be used to create a pool of candidates to fill positions that become available for the 2023-2024 school year. The pool will be active through June 30, 2024. St. Mary's County Public Schools reserves the right to re-advertise and/or modify the content of this announcement and also reserves the right to advertise site-specific vacancies at any time. However, it is important to note that this may be the only advertisement for this position during the aforementioned period.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Qualified applicants, including current employees of St. Mary's County Public Schools, must complete a TalentEd online application. In addition to the online application, any support documentation (copy of certification where applicable) must be scanned and uploaded to the TalentEd application. The online application and any support documentation must clearly demonstrate that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications, including information about the applicant's background, experience, and professional qualifications. Failure to submit all required documentation will result in your application being considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be forwarded to the selection committee for review. All online qualified applications will be accepted until all positions are filled. Following a screening of credentials, interviews will be scheduled. Please contact the Department of Human Resources with questions. (301-###-####, ext. 32187)
NATURE OF WORK:
Performs a variety of tasks related to food production and food service in a fast-paced environment under the direction of the food service manager. The work requires a substantial amount of physical dexterity, can be repetitive, and requires prolonged standing. Food Service Workers are provided on-the-job training and are expected to become proficient in accomplishing required duties during a six-month probationary period.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
* Prepare bulk quantities of food items in accordance with established recipes;
* Clean and sanitize food service equipment and associated spaces;
* Set up serving lines and provide high-quality food service;
* Operate a point of sale computer terminal;
* Communicate with students and staff orally; and
* Able to lift heavy items up to 50 lbs.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Cook - Prepare bulk quantities of food items;
* Serve on the line - Set up and serve food items;
* Cashier - Operate a computerized point of sale system;
* Dishwasher - Operate a dishwasher;
* Wash pots and pans in a three-compartmented sink;
* Clean and sanitize food service equipment and associated spaces;
* Maintain high-quality food preparation and the highest caliber of customer service;
* Work effectively with others as part of a team;
* Coordinate with other school staff in support of the recycling program;
* Participate in promotions of new food items and nutrition education activities;
* Fill in for the manager - after proficiency is demonstrated; and
* Performs other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Experience in a commercial food service environment is desirable but not required;
* Must be able to understand and follow written and oral directions; and
* Must be physically able to lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.
TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:
Half-time ten-month position.
SALARYGRADERANGE: The salary for this position will be based on the EASMC-ESP ten-month four-hour food service employees' salary schedule - Range 1.
BARGAINING UNIT ELIGIBILITY: EASMC-ESP
The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any or all applicants, re-advertise and/or withdraw the positions.
The St. Mary's County Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status or sexual orientation, religion, or disability in matters affecting employment or providing access to programs.