Job Description

School Nutrition Assistant

4.5 hours daily/ 10 months

POSITION PURPOSE:

The School Nutrition Assistant (SNA) prepares and serves breakfast, lunch and other food to school children and adults in a courteous, customer service oriented manner. The SNA is responsible for organizing and setting up equipment and workstations per the direction of the SN Manager. Duties are performed as required by the USDA, health, food service and other regulations and laws. The SNA must demonstrate proper cafeteria equipment operation skills.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• General knowledge of quantity food preparation and service
• General knowledge of the use and care of food preparation equipment
• Skill in the use of commercial food service utensils and equipment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, students and school staff
• Able to maintain self-control
• Ability to maintain confidential records, including eligibility of students
• Ability to work with others in a close, fast paced environment
• Ability to address customers in a pleasant, courteous manner
• Basic ability to read, speak, and understand English

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• Level of education necessary to be able to read and follow written food menus and work schedules.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Practice Follow sanitation procedures per HACCP guidelines
2. Prepare food according to written and oral instructions
3. Serve breakfast, lunch and a la carte items
4. Handle cashiering responsibilities
5. Replenish food and maintain clean serving areas
6. Monitor food and equipment temperatures per HACCP guidelines
7. Exhibit courtesy and understanding to all staff, students and customers
8. Use all standardized work schedules
9. Rotate stock
10. Participate in all required training and staff development
11. Exhibit professional behavior
12. Participate in marketing promotions and special events for students, adults and the community
13. Sign in and work according to a designated time schedule
14. Perform additional duties as requested by the School Nutrition Manager

WORKING CONDITIONS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS - Work is considered moderate to heavy physical work requiring the exertion of up to 50 pounds of force. Must be able to withstand heat, exposure to chemicals, and standing for long periods of time. Some walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing, and pulling can be involved.

WORK ENVIRONMENT - Employees in this position are required to work in indoor and outdoor environments, and come into direct contact with RCSS staff, students and the public.

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