CHILD NUTRITION ASSISTANT @ CLARENDON ELEMENTARY

TrulyHired; Ohio; On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Canton City Schools is seeking a part-time Child Nutrition Assistant for Clarendon Elementary in Ohio. The role is 3 hours per day, 191 days per year, with an hourly rate of 17.50. The CNA will assist with meal service, food safety, and student supervision in a school cafeteria.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, the ability to lift up to 30 pounds, basic math, and a background check. Prior food service or strong customer service skills are desirable.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Basic math aptitude.
• Good physical stamina for standing, walking and lifting.
• Physical ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Pass FBI/BCI background check.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate excellent customer service with students, staff and community patrons; respond to questions and suggest healthy options.
• Assist with meal preparation and be cross-trained in kitchen areas.
• Set up and maintain serving line; monitor food quality and temperature during service.
• Operate cash register at Point of Service with minimal errors.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen and service areas following safety standards.
• Follow all food safety guidelines and training as required by Canton City School District and state health departments.
• Complete daily paperwork and assist with administrative tasks as needed.
• Supervise students in cafeteria and enforce school rules; participate in training to stay current with processes.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication skills

Math aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cash register operation

Job description

Job Description

CHILD NUTRITION ASSISTANT

Clarendon Elementary

3 hours per day, 191 days per year

Step 1 - Hourly rate $17.50

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Physical ability to lift up to 30 pounds
• Basic math aptitude
• Good physical stamina, intermittent standing, walking and lifting
• Pass FBI/BCI background check

Desirable:

• Experience in food service environment
• Good customer service skills
• Good communication skills - written and verbal
• The ability to demonstrate great team work
• The ability to follow the rules and guidelines established by the Canton City Board of Education

Responsibilities:

The responsibilities of a Child Nutrition Assistant (CNA) include, but are not limited to the following:

• Demonstrate excellent customer service with a positive attitude and demeanor when dealing with students, staff and community patrons, fielding all complaints promptly, answering questions and making healthy food suggestions.
• Prepare and assist with the preparation of any meal or meal component as assigned by the kitchen manager. CNA are required to be cross‑trained in all meal preparation areas in their assigned kitchen.
• Set up and maintain the serving line with adequate food and replenish when necessary, monitoring food quality and temperature during service time.
• Able to work other scheduled times during employee absences and when necessary to appropriately run kitchen operation.
• Accurately operate cash register at Point of Service and cash out at the end of service with minimal errors
• Clean and sanitize the kitchen preparation and service areas, food service equipment and cafeteria area as needed, adhering to safety and sanitation standards at all times.
• Operate food service equipment and use preparation tools safely and in the means they were intended to be used. CNA will follow all safety standards and Material Safety Data Sheets for cleaning products and chemicals in the kitchen.
• Follow all food safety standards and guidelines outlined by the Canton City Health Department and the Ohio Department of Health. CNA will also comply with and maintain any food safety training as established by Canton City School District, Canton City Health Department and the Ohio Department of Health.
• Follow all National School Lunch and Breakfast guidelines established by the USDA and the Ohio Department of Education. All CNA's will complete any required training/professional development required by Canton City School District, Ohio Department of Education and USDA.
• Complete daily paperwork required by Canton City Schools offices, Canton City Health Department, Ohio Department of Education and USDA. Paperwork could include, but not limited to Production Sheets, Inventory, Meal Counts, Temperature Logs, Etc.
• Supervisor/monitor students in the cafeteria/lunchroom and playground and enforce rules established by the building Principal and the Canton City Schools' discipline initiative. CNA will attend annual training, as required to be current with all changes to processes and procedures as it applies.
• Understand and maintain the academic and behavioral standards set for the students by the Board of Education, acting in a professional and respectful manner. CNA will cooperate with others, work as a member of a team and create a pleasant working environment for all Canton City Schools Child Nutrition employees.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.