Nutrition Services Staff Information
Working as part of a team is one of the most rewarding and, occasionally, most difficult aspects of working in foodservice. Here are some tips for being a strong team player:
- Come to work on time and be ready to work.
- Help other team members when they need it. You never know when you yourself may need a hand.
- Be open to feedback and willing to improve.
- Pay attention to when your coworkers do a good job, and don’t be afraid to let them know. A small compliment can go a long way.
- Take an active stance in solving problems.
- Take responsibility for your own mistakes, and don’t rush to blame others. There are, however, circumstances under which you should report a coworker’s inappropriate behavior (for example, if a coworker sexually harasses you, another employee, or a customer, or if a coworker deliberately contaminates a customer’s food). But most of the time, pointing fingers at a coworker only damages your relationship with that person, and doesn’t accomplish anything.
- Save all complaints and gossip for another time and place; bring your best attitude to work, and don’t give another employee reason to feel excluded.
- Always do your best.
Remember, no kitchen runs well from the success of a single employee; when you and your coworkers learn to work as a team, you will have better relationships, a more enjoyable job, and a more successful place of employment.
PROFESSIONALISM
Professionalism is defined as an individual's conduct at work. As with good health, the absence of professionalism is usually more noticeable than its presence. Who will detect whether you have this quality or not? Your boss and customers and coworkers will, and it can affect your ability to keep your job and advance in your career. So, what can you do to make sure you exhibit professionalism or, at least, not show a lack of it? Follow these dos and don'ts:
Make Being on Time a Priority
Showing up late for work or meetings gives the impression that you don't care about your job, so make sure you pay attention to the clock. Not only does this go for start times, but this tip also applies to returning from your lunch break.
Don't Be a Grump
Leave your bad mood at the door when you come to work. We all have days when we aren't feeling our best. Remember not to take it out on your boss, your co-workers and especially your customers. If work is the thing that is causing you to be grumpy, it may be time to think about quitting your job.
If that isn't a good option for you, make the best of the situation until it is.
Dress Appropriately
Your workplace attire may or may not include wearing a suit and tie. Whether you must dress up for work, or you can wear more casual clothes, your appearance should always be neat and clean. A wrinkled suit looks no better than a ripped pair of jeans.
Offer To Help Your Colleagues
A true professional is willing to help his or her coworkers when they are overburdened. He or she isn't afraid to share knowledge, opinions or simply an extra pair of hands. One person's success reflects well on everyone in his or her workplace.
Don't Gossip
While you may be tempted to tell your cafeteria neighbors what you heard about Julie or Sam down in accounting, gossiping makes you look like a middle school student. If you know something that you simply must share, tell someone who has nothing to do with your workplace, like your sister, mother, or best friend.
- TIME CARD
- ABSENCES
- TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL NUTRITION (TASN)
- VERIFICATION OF EMPLOYMENT
- INSURANCE
- EMPLOYEE ACCESS CENTER
- FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATION (FHC)
- KITCHEN SUPPRESSION SYSTEM
- CHILD ABUSE TRAINING
- CIVIL RIGHTS
- MEALS
- BADGE
- UNIFORMS
- RETIREMENT
- IMPORTANT CONTACTS
- REFERRAL PROGRAM
- CLEANING & SANITIZING
