About this role
POSITION SUMMARY
The Substitute Cafeteria Worker supports the daily operations of the Nelson County Public Schools School Nutrition Program by assisting with the preparation, service, and distribution of nutritious meals to students and staff. This position is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and organized food service environment while adhering to established food safety standards, federal and state regulations, and school division policies and procedures.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides courteous, respectful, and efficient customer service while promoting a positive and welcoming cafeteria environment for students, staff, and visitors.
- Prepares and portions food in accordance with approved menus and established nutritional guidelines and procedures.
- Follows safe food handling in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations
- Sets up, organizes, and replenishes serving lines to ensure efficient and timely meal service to students and staff.
- Serves meals using established portion control procedures and ensures compliance with applicable requirements.
- Operates computerized point-of-sale systems to accurately process meal transactions and record meal counts in accordance with federal school nutrition program requirements.
- Maintains accurate food production records, temperature logs, inventory documentation, and other required records in accordance with established procedures.
- Operates, cleans, and maintains commercial kitchen equipment and reports equipment malfunctions or safety concerns to the supervisor.
- Follows established procedures to minimize food waste through proper food preparation, portion control, storage, and handling practices.
- Cleans and sanitizes kitchen facilities, food preparation areas, serving lines, equipment, and utensils to maintain a safe and sanitary work environment.
- Follows applicable federal, state, and local food safety regulations, including Virginia Department of Health requirements and school division procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 1-3 years of previous experience in food preparation, institutional food service, school nutrition, or a related environment.
- Experience operating commercial kitchen equipment or computerized point-of-sale systems.
- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation practices, and USDA school meal requirements.