Child Nutrition Food Service Assistant/Bus Driver-Open Recruitment

Cumberland County Schools; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

A public school district is seeking a Child Nutrition Food Service Assistant/Bus Driver. This part-time role involves food preparation, serving meals, and driving a bus when needed. The ideal candidate must possess a valid North Carolina driver's license and have the ability to communicate effectively. Candidates should have an interest in working with children, be capable of performing physical duties, and maintain high standards of food safety and hygiene. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Must be able to drive a bus when called upon.
• Emotional stability and physical fitness to perform duties.
• Must be able to maintain hygiene and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Drive a bus maintaining proficiency in driving skills.
• Prepare and handle food ensuring sanitation and safety.
• Report to work at designated time and perform assigned duties.

Skills

Ability to read and write

Communication skills

Ability to follow directions

Interest in food preparation

Interest in working with children

Education

Valid North Carolina driver’s license

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Job description

Child Nutrition Food Service Assistant/Bus Driver-Open Recruitment

Cumberland County Schools 209 Child Nutrition - Fayetteville, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 4416712

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 12, 2023 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TITLE: Child Nutrition Food Service Assistant / Bus Driver

(applies to all positions in the cafeteria except managers and assistant managers)

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to read and write, make simple calculations and follow oral and written directions. Ability to learn and follow prescribed preparation methods of handling food and supplies. Emotional stability and physical fitness to perform duties assigned. Interest in food preparation and meal service. Interest in working with children. Personal standards of appearance and dress compatible with those required by Child Nutrition Services. Ability to communicate, read and interpret recipes, work with others and independently. Must be able to speak and comprehend the English language.

Must obtain and maintain a CDL Bus license and drive a bus when called upon to do so.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follows written and oral instructions issued by management in a timely manner.
• Follows standardized recipes for all preparation.
• Practices sound sanitation and safety methods.
• Attends training meetings as instructed.
• Reports to work at designated time and remains on the job until dismissed by the Manager.
• Performs duties involved in the safe preparation and handling of food, cleaning and sanitizing of equipment and facilities, serving of food, and record keeping.
• Follows all policies of the Board of Education and instructions of the Manager relating to safety measures, sanitation practices, work techniques, and methods of performing other duties.
• Notifies the Manager at the earliest possible time when unable to work.
• Assures a positive atmosphere and image of the Child Nutrition Program.
• Attends and successfully completes all training activities as required to improve ability and knowledge in performance of work duties.
• Obtains and maintains CDL bus license.
• Completes the pre-trip and post-trip inspection.
• Drives a bus when called upon to do so while maintaining proficiency in driving skills.
• Maintains bus route schedule.
• Maintains discipline and reports undisciplined students to school administration.
• Discharges students only at authorized stops and transports only authorized students.
• Complies with local and state traffic regulations and observes all mandatory safety regulations.
• Reports delays and accidents.
• Cleans the interior of the bus.
• Serves as team player and role model for other employees in the organization; demonstrates a commitment to continuous quality improvement; supports and exhibits organizational core values of caring, respect, integrity, responsibility, high expectations, being customer driven, and valuing fairness.
• Performs other duties and accepts responsibilities as assigned by the management.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have finger dexterity and be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of kneeling, sitting, walking, stooping, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, seeing, hearing, and repetitive motion and stand for entire work day.

Must be able to climb ladder.

Must possess the visual acuity to work with data and figures, distinguish colors, and operate various kitchen equipment.

Must possess hand and finger dexterity for efficient food production.

Auditory acuity at a level to hear telephone conversations, customer questions and concerns, and supervisor vocalized instructions.

Must be able to clearly express and exchange ideas by means of spoken word to customers and co-workers.

Must be able to perform medium lifting exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must have and maintain a valid North Carolina driver’s license.

Must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) when requested, for purposes of driving a school bus.

REV 04/25

Position Type:

Part-Time

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Shelia Stevenson , Child Nutrition
• 209 Child Nutrition
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]