School nutrition programs are an important part of the total educational environment. As a member of the educational team, each employee has a direct relationship to the overall success of the program. Food service employees do more than produce food and serve it. They contribute to the development and well-being of the students.

General Responsibilities:
- Know and/or learn kitchen measurement tools and how to use them, re: read and follow recipes.
- Prepare or assist in preparing food as instructed by your Kitchen Manager, including baking, cooking, etc.
- Assist with service of food to students and adults as assigned using portion control standards.
- Complete clean-up duties, mopping and dishwashing duties as assigned.
- Follow proper food handling to maintain food quality and ensure food safety.
- Operate kitchen equipment in a proper manner to assure personal safety as well as to avoid damage to the equipment.
- Maintain job skills to perform assigned duties and take advantage of training programs available.
- Follow HACCP standard operating procedures.
- Other duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions:
- Requires prolonged standing.
- Requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push heavy objects or materials. Must maintain the ability to lift 50 lbs. with help.
- Requires stooping, bending and reaching.
- Requires serving students utilizing scooping and squeezing utensils.
- Must work in and around fumes and odors from cleaning supplies.

Position Benefits:
- KPERS
- Life Insurance
- Match Plan
- Health Insurance
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Plan
- HSA
- Supplemental Policies
- Paid Time Off

USD 234 is an Equal Employment/Educational Opportunity Agency and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Superintendent, 424 S. Main, Fort Scott, KS 66701