Kitchen Assistant

About the Role
Provides assistance in the daily preparation of the school lunch program at Douglas County School District. Prepares, serves, and sells meals while ensuring compliance with health regulations.
Responsibilities
- Assist in proper set up and cleanup of serving areas including dishwashing
- Follow and understand all HACCP standards
- Use all kitchen equipment properly with safety precautions
- Serve meals daily while complying with school food regulations
- Follow menu and recipe instructions with proper portion sizes
- Assist in unloading and storage of delivered food items
- Operate Point of Sale system and reconcile monies daily
- Create positive relationships with staff, students, and parents
- Participate in training including USDA Professional Standards hours
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to follow District policies and procedures
Benefits
- Salary: $17.39 - $22.14/hour (full range to $26.89)
- Health, vision, and dental insurance
- HSA and FSA options
- 401(k), 403(b), and 457 retirement plans
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- Paid sick and personal time
- 172 work days per year