Part-Time Food Service/Custodian

Palouse Prairie Charter School North Central / Lewiston Support Staff Primary Part Time Posted 1M ago

About this job

Palouse Prairie Charter School is seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to serve as a part-time Food Service and custodial position for the 2024-2025 school year.

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for the daily school lunch nutrition program and performs custodial maintenance duties including general cleaning, garbage disposal, recycling pickup and cleaning and restocking restrooms. Assists in maintaining the school in a clean and orderly condition.

REPORTS TO: Executive Director

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct lunch and breakfast pick-up service on a daily basis.
Set up the serving line.
Serve lunch to students, faculty, and other personnel in accordance with safe food handling procedures and following meal patterns and portion control methods.
Complete required training and maintain required food service records.
Wash dishes and clean the serving area daily.
Conduct light maintenance duties including but not limited to changing light bulbs, weekly maintenance on the sprinkler system, checking fire extinguishers.
Restock paper and soap supplies in classrooms and bathrooms.
May perform routine maintenance to custodial equipment and supplies.
Empty trash receptacles and bag trash for proper disposal.
Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promote continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
Order facilities supplies in a timely manner, coordinating with office staff.
Work collaboratively with the lunch management team.
Communicate with the Business Manager and/or Director to coordinate a timely response to emerging issues/concerns.
Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position involves bending, stooping, lifting and carrying items weighing up to approximately 30-50 pounds, and standing and walking continuously throughout the shift. Exposure to cleaning agents, potential electrical hazards, and various types of cleaning equipment. Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Physical work is the primary part of the job. Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions. Reliable transportation in order to pick up school meals from local vendor and a vehicle to accommodate two large coolers and various other food supplies.

Education required

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred.

Experience required

Knowledge of safe work practices. Skill in the use of equipment used in custodial work.

Skills required

Ability to understand and follow safety procedures. Ability to understand and follow verbal instructions. Ability to work independently with close attention to detail. Ability to safely use cleaning equipment and supplies. Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to understand written and verbal communications. Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work activities.

Benefits

COMPENSATION: $14.80-16.36 depending on experience

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Palouse Prairie Charter School is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.