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Food and Nutrition Assistant I 25310

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $17.38 - $22.23
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
employee training
Professional Development
supportive work environment
Equal opportunity employer

Job Description

Poway Unified School District (PUSD) is a reputable public education system committed to providing a safe and supportive learning environment for students across various middle and high schools in the San Diego region. PUSD prides itself on fostering excellence in education and community engagement, offering diverse career opportunities for individuals dedicated to supporting the academic and nutritional needs of its students. With several school sites such as Black Mountain Middle, Design 39, Meadowbrook Middle, Mt. Carmel High, Oak Valley Middle, Poway High, Rancho Bernardo High, Twin Peaks Middle, and West View High, the district ensures that student services including nutrition... Show More

Job Requirements

  • valid food handler's card issued by an authorized agency within 10 days of hire
  • high school diploma or general education development (ged)
  • ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • ability to stand and walk for extended periods
  • good eyesight and hearing to monitor food quality and safety
  • capability to operate kitchen equipment safely
  • basic math skills for cashiering
  • effective communication skills
  • adherence to sanitation and safety standards
  • ability to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision

Job Qualifications

  • high school diploma or general education development (ged)
  • sufficient training and experience to demonstrate knowledge and abilities listed in the classification description
  • ability to prepare, produce, heat, package and serve a variety of foods in large quantities
  • capability to operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
  • basic math and cashiering skills
  • interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
  • oral and written communication skills
  • basic record-keeping techniques
  • ability to maintain standards of cleanliness, sanitation and personal hygiene
  • ability to learn to operate a point of sale (pos) terminal
  • ability to follow verbal and written directions
  • ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others

Job Duties

  • assist in the preparation, packaging and service of food
  • assemble various recipe and menu items
  • package and wrap food items according to established procedures and portion control standards
  • set out prepared foods
  • clean serving counter tables, food containers and other food and nutrition equipment
  • prepare food and beverages for sale
  • count and set-up plates, trays and utensils
  • set up serving lines and carts for food service
  • assist in maintaining food and nutrition facilities, equipment and utensils in a clean and sanitary condition
  • sweep and mop floors
  • empty waste receptacles
  • wash pots, pans, plates, utensils and other serving equipment
  • prepare salads, beverages, sandwiches and other entrees, meal components, and side dishes for sale and distribution
  • open cans
  • wash, cut, slice, grate and assemble food items as assigned
  • replenish containers as necessary
  • perform cashiering duties including operating point-of-sale terminals, collecting money, making correct change, and determining daily sales
  • stock condiments, food items and paper goods
  • assist in ordering, receiving, storing, rotation and inventory of food and supplies
  • operate a variety of nutrition center equipment and appliances
  • report faulty equipment and facility repair needs
  • lift moderately heavy objects according to safety regulations
  • store unused food and supplies
  • refrigerate or freeze usable leftover foods
  • dispose of unusable leftovers and garbage
  • monitor temperatures of food to ensure safety and quality
  • maintain routine records related to work performed
  • attend meetings and in-service training as assigned
  • train student workers as assigned
  • perform related duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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