Opaa! Food Management
Kitchen Staff Substitute
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Kitchen Staff Substitute
Kitchen Staff (On-call) – Position Summary
Able to perform the essential functions of kitchen staff positions on an as-needed basis.
Opaa! Food Management, Inc. operates in 8 states in the Midwest. Our pay rates vary depending on the state and position. Please apply, and a Hiring Manager will discuss pay with you in more detail.
Functions of the Job
Production
- Assist with daily set-up of serving lines, ensuring all food is held at the required temperature
- Stock milk coolers and prepare them for service
- Help prepare foods according to the menu plan and Opaa! recipes
- Plan and prep ahead for next day menus
- Operate slicers, mixers, grinders, and other equipment (with proper certification)
- Maintain neat, clean, and organised work areas
- Clean kitchen and cafeteria areas, including equipment and dishes
- Organise inventory stock and follow First In/First Out (FIFO) procedures
- Keep cooler/storage racks clean and free from debris
- Clean, monitor, and maintain chemical usage in the dishwashing area, including removing clean dishes from machines and storing them in serving areas
- Requisition food and supplies through the Kitchen Manager
- Prepare bread, cakes, cookies, and baked goods as required by the menu plan
- Ensure appealing food presentation for customers
- Conduct batch cooking to maintain high-quality food and excellent presentation
- Set up serving/bar lines, ensuring proper food temperatures
- Restock serving lines as needed and ensure condiments, napkins, silverware, and dishes are available
- Serve items with correct size and utensils, maintaining quality presentation and hospitality
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Compliance
- Prepare meals strictly in compliance with the menu plan and Opaa! recipes
- Convert and follow standardised recipes for consistent quality
- Identify reimbursable meals and follow HHFKA and CACFP regulations
- Maintain accurate daily production records per school grade group
- Follow HACCP processes, conducting daily, weekly, and monthly food safety checks
- Record temperatures of hot and cold food
- Adhere to Opaa’s Safety Procedure Manual and report unsafe working conditions to supervision
- Participate in the safety incentive program
- Attend all required meetings and in-services
- Complete mandatory yearly training hours as per HHFKA guidelines
- Demonstrate and promote Opaa!’s Core Values:
- "Always act in the best interest of the students, schools, and communities we serve"
- "Be honest"
- "Have a passion to serve others"
- "Commit to continuous improvement"
- Ensure strict compliance with the Opaa! Food Management, Inc. Timekeeping Policy
Administrative
- Handle customer monies at service time (making change, operating cash registers, or POS systems)
- Process only reimbursable meals through the POS system
- Complete daily paperwork, meal counts, and reimbursement tasks
- Submit hours worked via ADP or edit sheets
- Provide 24-hour notification for missed shifts in advance (or notify DNS immediately in emergencies)
- Perform other duties as assigned
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Physical/Visual Activities or Demands
Key requirements for job performance:
- Frequent need to stand, walk, sit, squat, climb, balance, kneel, crawl
- Occasionally exert over 60 pounds of force (frequent lifting/carrying up to 25 pounds)
- Essential vision abilities: depth perception, sharp focus, colour vision
Education & Position Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED (preferred)
- Up to one month of related experience or equivalent training
Skills:
- Proficiency in reading and writing simple instructions/correspondence
- Ability to present information clearly in one-on-one and small group settings
- Mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, unit conversions, rates, ratios, percentages, bar graph interpretation)
- Logical reasoning for following structured instructions
Machines, Tools & Equipment:
- Dishwasher, steamer/kettle, mixer, oven, stove, fryers, slicer, thermometers, gauges
- Knives, box cutters, meal counting software, desktop PCs, calculators
- Telephone, fax, scanner, copier, printers
Opaa! Food Management, Inc. is committed to diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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