Part-time Cashier

About the Employer

Cashier Part-Time Job Description

Position Purpose

The cashier position is responsible for the collection of money, accounting of customers and types of meals served, and the maintenance of accurate daily records. Cashiers must interact with students, staff, and coworkers in a courteous, professional manner.

Reports to

Executive Director, Nutrition Services

Scheduled Hours

4.5 scheduled hours per day; 8:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m., work August through May when students are in session.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

High school diploma or equivalent required. Previous food service experience preferred; food preparation experience to include cashier experience. Must demonstrate excellent attendance and work record.

Practical working knowledge of food safety practices and procedures. Skill in safe food handling. Skill in customer relations and service recovery. Ability to apply basic arithmetic calculations using units of American money, weight measurements, volume, and distance. Ability to maintain current Douglas County Food Handler's certification.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

Handle cash transactions, collect and count money. Record daily meal sales on the computer and/or roster. Assist with food preparation and storage. Work with and understand a diverse student population. Serve as a positive role model. Support service excellence initiatives through proactive service efforts.

Follow approved cafeteria menu preparation and service protocols within the approved timeline. Train in all stations within the kitchen to cross-cover as needed. Promote improvement in customer service by providing appealing food and excellent customer service. Participate in the financial management process by carefully monitoring portion control, proper pricing, and safe storage of supplies and food.

Physical and Mental Demands

Must be able to respond rapidly in emergency situations. Must have organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Essential Functions

Standing

Remaining on one's feet in an upright position without walking. Occasionally: when preparing food, including cutting fruit and shredding cheese; when cleaning dishes; when working as a cashier.

Walking

Moving about on foot. It requires 3 consecutive steps to be considered walking. Occasionally: moving throughout the kitchen area; accessing food from the storeroom; accessing food in the refrigerator; accessing food in the freezer area.

Sitting

Remaining in a seated position with hips and knees bent to some extent and buttocks resting on a surface. Rarely: using the computer to review inventory, ordering items, and communicating electronically as needed.

Lifting

Raising or lowering an object from one level to another. Occasionally: handling cases of food products; weight: 40 lb.; level: 6� (floor) to 34� (counter height).

Carrying

Transporting an object over a distance through walking. Rarely: moving cases from the cart to the counter height.

Pushing/Pulling

Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force. Occasionally: moving a cart with cases of food products to the kitchen, to the refrigerator, to the freezer.

Climbing

To ascend or descend apparatus or structures. Rarely: step stool (2 steps) available to access the top shelf level of food items.

Balance

Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling. Frequent: walking around the kitchen area, around moving machinery, the hot stove, and other individuals.

Stooping

Bending the body downward and forward from a standing position by bending the spine at the hips and/or waist. Occasionally: cleaning pans and utensils in the sink; accessing containers of food located on the lower shelf levels (10�).

Kneeling

Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on one or both knees. Rarely: cleaning underneath the hot line (shelf at approximately 9�).

Reaching

Extending arms and hands away from the body in any direction. Shoulder angle must be at least 45 degrees from the body to be considered reaching. Frequent: forward � preparing food on the counters; washing pans and utensils.

Interrelations

Contact with district personnel, customers, and vendors. Will work under the direct supervision of the department supervisor to complete day-to-day tasks. Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues.

Employee Punctuality and Appearance

For departments and/or schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave. Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administrator. All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of Omaha Public Schools and is appropriate for their position.

Terms of Employment

This position is treated as a classified part-time non-exempt position. The terms of your employment will be governed by applicable state laws regulating employment in a Nebraska public school and board of education policies, as those laws and policies may change from time to time. If your position is represented by a collective bargaining representative, then your employment will also be governed by a negotiated agreement between OPS and that collective bargaining representative.

Contingencies

The offer of employment is contingent upon:
* Obtaining and providing verification of all licenses, certificates, and other requirements for your position (e.g., paraprofessionals obtaining �highly qualified status,� etc.), as identified.
* A thorough background check that demonstrates to OPS that the background is acceptable for the position sought and working with or around students.
* Verification of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.
* Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (if required for the position offered).
* Successful completion of a tuberculosis skin test (if required for the position offered).
* Successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination to determine the ability to safely and effectively perform the essential functions of the position.

Non-Discrimination Policy

Omaha Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or economic status in its programs, activities, employment, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Reasonable Accommodation

The Omaha Public School District is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact the Talent Services Department at 531-299-0240.