Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $22.44 - $26.97
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Training and Development
meal discounts
Job Description
The Child Nutrition Services department is dedicated to providing high quality, nutritious meals to students in schools. Operating under strict sanitary conditions and food safety standards, the department ensures that meals are prepared and served efficiently and attractively within bulk satellite kitchens. The main focus is on supporting the overall well-being and development of students by promoting healthy eating habits through carefully planned menus that meet district and national guidelines. This department works collaboratively with school staff, students, and parents to maintain continuity of the nutrition program while adapting to the needs and preferences of the school community. The Child... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- experience in institutional food preparation
- knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures
- ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods
- ability to lift up to 25 pounds
- ability to perform repeated tasks and shift priorities
- ability to communicate with students and adults
- normal far vision, depth perception and color vision
- exposure to cleaning chemicals
- flexibility and adaptability in work
- ability to operate commercial kitchen equipment
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- experience in food preparation and serving in a commercial or institutional kitchen setting
- knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
- ability to operate commercial kitchen equipment
- basic math skills
- ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- skills in teamwork and supervision
- experience with record keeping and inventory management
- ability to follow instructions and work under supervision
- knowledge of federal, state and local requirements for National School Lunch Programs
Job Duties
- Prepare and serve attractive, high quality, nutritious, cost effective meals following menu planners meeting District requirements
- ensure all student helpers and staff comply with proper food handling techniques and safety and sanitation procedures
- develop, prepare and post work schedules and diagram of serving area for program continuity
- maintain accurate records and complete necessary reports including meal count, cash count, tickets, menu planners, orders, delivery, payroll, inventory and other reports
- maintain and schedule cleaning of kitchen, storeroom and kitchen equipment including tables and chairs
- report equipment malfunctions to ensure safe working conditions
- order appropriate number of meals from central kitchen and adjust meal count as needed
- maintain appropriate stock of food and supplies, rotate and reorder as needed
- establish and maintain cooperative working relations with others
- assist school staff in promoting proper nutrition
- respond to suggestions, complaints and requests of building staff and students
- report all accidents promptly to Child Nutrition Services office
- train and supervise staff including conducting performance evaluations
- train, monitor and evaluate student workers, substitutes and assigned staff
- promote Child Nutrition Services programs to increase meal participation
- check and secure kitchen and dining area at the end of the shift
- perform related duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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