Child Nutrition Cashier/Helper

Ysleta Independent School District; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Ysleta Independent School District is seeking a staff member to distribute information and determine eligibility for the free and reduced meal program, working under the Child Nutrition Manager. The role requires maintaining records and meal accounts, processing deposits, and preparing daily sales and participation reports while ensuring compliance with USDA and district policies.

You will assist with meal preparation, communicate with parents, and uphold safety standards in a fast-paced school

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 2 years experience as helper or cashier; OR 5 years cashier/helper experience.
• Must handle money quickly and accurately; read/write in English; possess Food Handler's Card or obtain within 30 days.
• Driver's license or state ID; able to pass drug and alcohol screening per district policy.

Responsibilities

• Distribute information and applications for free and reduced meals.
• Explain eligibility criteria and procedures to parents and students.
• Process and maintain a permanent file of eligibility applications.
• Maintain meal participation dates and prepare daily sales reports.
• Deposit all monies following district procedures; ensure money security.
• Assist with preparation of meals and read/write directions as required.

Skills

Money handling

English reading/writing

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Food Handler's Card

Driver's license/ID

Job description

Be responsible for information distribution and eligibility of the free and reduced meal program. Work under the direct supervision of the Child Nutrition Manager. Maintain accurate records, food service sales reports, collections, and deposits. Adhere to federal and state laws, as well as district policies, procedures, and regulations.

Essential Functions

• Distribute information and applications for free and reduced meals.
• Explain eligibility criteria and procedures to parents and students.
• Process and maintain a permanent file of applications by eligibility.
• Implement policies and procedures of all programs funded by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).
• Maintain meal participation dates.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Maintain accurate records for all prepayment accounts.
• Correspond with parents in reference to collecting and accounting for student lunch accounts.
• Accurately account for and collect monies for prepaid, daily meals, and charges.
• Ensure money is secure at all times.
• Deposit all monies following procedures developed by the YISD Accounting Department.
• Prepare daily sales and participation reports.
• Prepare snack bar reports.
• Assist with preparation of meals.
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions.
• Assist in the food preparation as directed by the Cafeteria Manager.
• Attendance at the work site is required to meet essential functions of the job.

Other Responsibilities

• Participate in professional development activities as required by the district.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties; support district/department goals.
• Maintain a professional code of ethics and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) and two (2) years experience as a helper or cashier OR five (5) years experience as a helper or cashier. Ability to handle money quickly and accurately; ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions in English; possess current Food Handler's Card or be able to obtain one within 30 days of employment with the district. Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions in English. Valid Texas/New Mexico driver's license/ID card; subject to the district's drug and alcohol screening policy and regulation; must be insurable by the district's auto liability insurance carrier.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Have the ability to handle multiple tasks while working under pressure. Maintain emotional control under stress and frequent interruptions. Continual standing and walking; must be able to lift, carry, push and/or pull up to 50 pounds; frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling and climbing (ladder); moderate exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures.

Ancillary Level 102

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Required Documents

The following are the required documents that must be submitted in order to be considered for an interview. You may attach the documents to your application or bring them into the YISD Central Office located at 9600 Sims Dr., El Paso, TX 79925. For more information, please contact the HR Department at 915-434-0428.

• Valid Texas/New Mexico driver's license/ID card
• High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)