TITLE: SCHOOL NUTRITION PROGRAM ASSISTANT - SKYLINE MIDDLE/SMITHLAND ELEMENTARY

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

To work under the general supervision of the school nutrition program manager in performing a variety of duties in the kitchen and service areas.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Prefer some knowledge and experience in quantity food preparation and use of large kitchen equipment.
2. Have the interest and ability to learn and work in all areas of the school meal program.
3. Have the ability to work cooperatively with students and staff.


REPORTS TO:  Cafeteria Manager and School Nutrition Program Director.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Consistently display a neat and clean appearance through appropriate apparel and personal hygiene as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures.
2. Use and follow posted schedules, verbal instruction, and standardized recipes.
3. Prepare and serve all food according to instruction, health department regulations, and HACCP requirements.
4. Clean all areas of kitchen according to health department regulations.
5. Store all food according to health department regulations and HACCP requirements.
6. Follow all instructions when using kitchen equipment.
7. Cooperate with other employees, school staff, and students.
8. Attend educational and in-service programs and meetings as requested by the cafeteria manager and/or director.
9. Assist manager with promotional activities to encourage proper nutrition and participation in the school meal program.
10. Travels to all city schools as needed as requested by the cafeteria manager and/or school nutrition program director.
11. Perform other duties as assigned by the cafeteria manager and school nutrition program director.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

1. Lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 10 pounds frequently.
2. Stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
3. Exposure to cleaning chemicals.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and meet the physical demands.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  180 day contract, 5.5 hours per day

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

SALARY SCALE: School Nutrition Assistant ($9,745 - $15,720)