Dean Morgan Cafeteria Specialist/Cafeteria Technician

Natrona County School District #1

Dean Morgan Middle School - Casper, Wyoming This job is also posted in Natrona County School District #1

Job Details

Job ID:

5911026

Application Deadline:

Sep 08, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

This position is 7.5 hours cafe specialist/0.5 hours cafe tech for 175 days/year

Cafe Specialist

0-3 Years = Step 1 ($17.60)

4-6 Years = Step 4 ($18.36)

7-10 Years = Step 6 ($18.882)

11-15 Years = Step 8 ($19.44)

Cafe Tech

0-3 Years = Step 1 ($16.91)

4-6 Years = Step 4 ($17.61)

7-10 Years = Step 6 ($18.10)

11-15 Years = Step 8 ($18.61)

Purpose Statement

The job of Cafeteria Specialist (JC763) is done for the purpose/s of preparing and serving food items to students and school personnel as well as maintaining food service facilities in a safe and sanitary condition; assisting other workers; and providing necessary support for Cafeteria operation.

This job reports to the Building Cafeteria Manager or Building Food Services Manager

Essential Functions

Arranges setup for food items, supplies, serving lines, and/or equipment for the purpose of ensuring that items are provided in accordance with cafeteria requirements.

Cleans utensils, equipment, and the storage, food preparation and serving areas (e.g. ovens, steamers, fryers, mixers, slicers, freezers, dishes, tableware, kitchen utensils, counters, carts, racks, and dishwashing machine, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining sanitary conditions.

Collects payments for food items from students and staff (e.g. cash, meal tickets, etc.) for the purpose of securing funds for reimbursement of costs.

Evaluates prepared food for flavor, appearance and temperature for the purpose of presenting items that will be accepted by students and staff.

Inspects food items and/or supplies (e.g. items being sent or received from satellite kitchens, vendors, etc.) for the purpose of verifying quantity and specifications of orders and/or complying with mandated health standards.

Maintains records and reports as required (e.g. inventory of commodities, food supplies, equipment, health department requirements, etc.) for the purpose of providing historical documentation, and meeting local, State, and Federal guidelines.

Maintains strict (or complete) confidentiality on personnel and student issues (e.g. personnel records, medical records, surveillance videos and images, student data, confidential communication, etc.) for the purpose of protecting personal information for staff and students.

Monitors students' food choices for the purpose of meeting mandated requirements and ensuring adequate nutrition.

Oversees inventory (e.g. food, condiments and supplies, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability of items, according to schedule.

Prepares and serves food and beverage items according to approved recipes (e.g. fruits, vegetables, salads, sandwiches, entrees, soups, baked goods, etc.) for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional and health requirements and projected meal requirements and/or requests of students and school personnel.

Reports equipment malfunctions for the purpose of maintaining equipment in safe working order.

Responds to inquires of students, staff and parents for the purpose of providing information and direction regarding the type and cost of meals.

Serves one or more items of food for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional requirements and/or requests of students and school personnel.

Stocks food, condiments and supplies for the purpose of maintaining adequate quantities and security of items.

Supervises assistants for the purpose of maintaining a quality work force and seeing that safe practices are followed.

Verifies quantity and quality of food prepared (e.g. quantities of different types of main dishes needed for the number of persons to be served, recipe adjustments to meet quantity of main dishes required, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining accurate records in accordance with proper inventory control and to make sure students had the proper amount of food.

Other Functions

Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Education:

High school graduation or GED

Certifications:

Food Handlers/Serv Safe Certification by NRA within one year of hire

Cafeteria Technician Purpose Statement

The job of Cafeteria Technician is done for the purpose/s of preparing and serving food items to students and/or school personnel as well as maintaining food service facilities in a safe and sanitary condition; and assisting other site processes, as assigned.

This job reports to the Building Cafeteria Manager or Building Food Services Manager

Essential Functions

Arranges setup for food items, supplies, serving lines, and/or equipment for the purpose of ensuring that items are provided in accordance with cafeteria requirements.

Assists other site processes (e.g. substitute mentoring, special events requiring food service, etc.) for the purpose of providing necessary support for cafeteria operation.

Cleans utensils, equipment, and the storage, food preparation and serving areas (e.g. ovens, steamers, fryers, mixers, slicers, freezers, dishes, tableware, kitchen utensils, counters, carts, racks, and dishwashing machine, etc.) for the purpose of providing daily maintenance of cafeteria kitchen, and ensuring sanitary conditions.

Collects payments on accounts for the purpose of securing funds for reimbursement of costs.

Evaluates prepared food for flavor, appearance and temperature for the purpose of presenting items that will be accepted by students and/or staff.

Inspects food items and supplies (e.g. items being sent or received from satellite kitchens, vendors, etc.) for the purpose of verifying quantity and specifications of orders and complying with mandated health standards.

Inventories food, condiments and supplies for the purpose of ensuring availability of items.

Maintains strict (or complete) confidentiality on personnel and student issues (e.g. personnel records, medical records, surveillance videos and images, student data, confidential communication, etc.) for the purpose of protecting personal information for staff and students.

Monitors students' food choices for the purpose of meeting mandated requirements and ensuring adequate nutrition.

Prepares and serves food and beverage items for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional requirements and projected meal requirements and requests of students and school personnel.

Reports equipment malfunctions for the purpose of maintaining equipment in safe working order.

Responds to inquiries of students, staff and/or parents for the purpose of providing information and direction regarding the type and cost of meals.

Stocks food, condiments and supplies for the purpose of maintaining adequate quantities and security of items.

Other Functions

Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Education:

High school graduation or

GED Certification:

Food Handlers/Serv Safe Certificate by NRA within one year of hire

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$16.91 to $22.45 Per Hour

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required