FOOD SERVICE HELPERS

The Beacon City School District seeks motivated individuals to join our team as Per Diem Food Service Helpers.

Position Overview:

This work involves assistance in the preparation and service of food and the cleaning of kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities Include:

• Assists cooks in phases of food preparation involving lesser degrees of skill than those of Cook or Assistant Cooks;
• Assists in the preparation of salads and desserts;
• Cleans, washes, and otherwise prepares vegetables and fruits for cooking;
• Washes dishes, pots, and pans by hand or machine;
• Sweeps, mops, and cleans kitchen or dining areas;
• Cleans work areas and equipment such as counters, trays, tray carts, hot food tables, coffee urns, toasters, etc.;
• Handles food and equipment in accordance with sanitary practices;
• May act as a monitor during breakfast program, escorting students to and from cafeteria, and maintaining order in dining area;
• May place food on trays according to menu and diet requirements and substitutions as required;
• May serve late or "hold" trays;
• May assemble items for bag lunches;
• May act as cashier.

Full Performance Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to acquire knowledge of large-scale preparation, cooking and serving of food and the care of tableware, glassware, and kitchen appliances;
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions;
• Cleanliness and neatness;
• Ability to relate well to others; courtesy;
• Tact;
• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Schedule & Appointment:

• Flexible work schedule tailored to district needs and the employee’s availability
• Appointment through June 30, 2027
• Opportunities exist for employees with strong performance to move into roles with more consistent schedules

Qualifications:

• NYS Fingerprinting clearance required

$17.35/hour

Civil Service Eligibility Required

COOKS

The Beacon City School District seeks motivated individuals to join our team as Per Diem Cooks.

Position Overview:

This work involves the preparation and cooking of a variety of foods.  Work is carried out in accordance with established procedures and involves the preparation of an entire meal or part of a meal. 

Responsibilities Include:

• Prepares and cooks meat, fish, poultry, soups, vegetables, macaroni, desserts, salads and other foods;
• Bakes cakes, pies, rolls and a variety of other desserts;
• Supervises and participates in the proper cleaning of serving, storage and dining areas, and in the care of equipment;
• May oversee the preparation of food for delivery to other sites;
• May supervise the proper storing of food;
• May keep simple related records;
• May assist in the ordering of food and supplies.

Full Performance Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the tools and methods of preparing, cooking and storing food sufficient to prepare large quantities of food in a safe and economical fashion;
• Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment to maintain food preparation and service areas in a sanitary and safe condition;
• Ability to follow oral and written directions and recipes;
• Ability to direct the work of assistants and food service helpers;
• Ability to coordinate the preparation of meals in a timely fashion;
• Personal characteristics necessary to perform the duties of the position;
• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Schedule & Appointment:

• Flexible work schedule tailored to district needs and the employee’s availability
• Appointment through June 30, 2027
• Opportunities exist for employees with strong performance to move into roles with more consistent schedules

Qualifications:

• NYS Fingerprinting clearance required

$21.47/hour

Civil Service Eligibility Required