Poston JH, 2433 E. Adobe St., Mesa, AZ 85213
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Employment Type:

Full-time (40 hours per week)

Base Hourly:

$17.53

Class/Calendar:

A13, 9.75 months

Benefits:

Vacation, sick leave, holidays, retirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance

Performance Pay:

Available annually

New Hire Experience:

1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a ten -year maximum

New Hire Education:

1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

Job Summary:

To collect and account for payments of meals; to manage inventory; to oversee student workers; and to provide back-up and support for secondary manager.

Key Responsibilities:

This section outlines the primary duties and key responsibilities required for this role, detailing the essential tasks and functions necessary to perform the job successfully, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Perform data entry for point of sale including meal applications, inventory, and ordering, etc
Handle all change funds
Balance point of sale system; prepare bank deposits and related paperwork
Create and maintain various reports as required to ensure accuracy
Direct student workers as necessary
Consistent and regular attendance is essential to this position
Assist in production and service of school meals; assist in the training of staff; and assist manager in conducting accurate monthly inventories
Assist manager, as may be required, for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the kitchen
Regular and on-time attendance required
Set up cash drawers
Accept prepayment on meal accounts
Monitor and edit TCP timekeeping when needed
Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Required Qualifications:

To be eligible for this position, an applicant must meet the following required qualifications. Verification of these required qualifications is necessary.

Education :

High School diploma or equivalent
Must have, or obtain within 30 days, Maricopa County Food Service Worker card

Experience:

Money handling and cash balancing experience

Skills & Competencies:

This section outlines the critical skills and competencies required to excel in this role, enabling effective performance, adaptability, and consistent achievement of job responsibilities.

Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate
Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community
Average test battery with excellent math ability
Computer proficiency to include use of basic software applications (Word, Excel, etc)
Ability to organize, prioritize and meet deadlines with an accurate attention to detail while working with frequent interruptions; ability to perform multiple tasks
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) with students, parents and staff
Ability to stand for long periods of time and to perform frequent reaching, stooping and lifting of up to forty-seven pounds
Ability to assume responsibility in manager’s absence

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

This section outlines the work environment and physical conditions associated with this role. It includes information on whether the job involves working in an office, classroom, or other settings, and if there are physical activities like standing, walking, or lifting.

Typically indoors, working in a kitchen or serving area
Fast-Paced Environment – Especially during meal service times when many students are being served quickly
Works closely with other cafeteria staff, including cooks, servers, and supervisors
Regularly interacts with students, school staff, and sometimes parents
May need to stand for the majority of their shift
Using a cash register, handling money, and processing meal transactions
May need to lift trays, food supplies, or cash register drawers (typically up to 25-50 lbs)

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.

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