Child Nutrition Worker - Part-Time

Harrison; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Harrison County School District is seeking a part-time Child Nutrition Worker to support meal preparation, serving, and cashiering for students, faculty, and guests. The role emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and efficient service within a busy school kitchen.

The position requires prior food service experience, knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment, and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds. A 185-day schedule and on-site work are typical for this role.

Qualifications

• Prior employment history in the commercial food service industry.
• Knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment including ovens, steam kettles, steamers, mixers, choppers, dish machines, and holding/serving equipment.
• Ability to follow routine oral and written instructions and work schedules.
• Understand and follow safety precautions related to cleaning materials and equipment.
• Get along with coworkers, supervision, students, and visitors.
• Walk or stand for ~6 hours daily; lift up to 40 pounds.
• Perform repetitive tasks with twisting/bending/sitting.
• Competence for learning duties including cashiering.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to written recipes using commercial kitchen equipment.
• Package meals in advance for offsite service.
• Monitor production and inspect food and equipment.
• Serve meals and cashier according to regulations.
• Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment.
• Wipe down serving lines and dining tables between classes.
• Sweep/mop floors in dining, storage, and kitchen areas.
• Operate a commercial dish machine and three-compartment sink.
• Manage inventory and assist during physical inventory.

Skills

Food service experience

Kitchen equipment knowledge

Follow instructions

Safety awareness

Tools

Ovens

Steam kettles

Steamers

Dish machines

Holding and serving equipment

Job description

Please carefully review the job posting information below.

Posting Name

Child Nutrition Worker - Part-Time

Location

67 Child Nutrition

Posting Begin Date

08/27/2024

Posting End Date

N/A

Full Time

No

Job Category

Non-Certified Application

Schedule

185 Days 15.00 - 19.44

Licensed Position

No

Child Nutrition Worker

QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior employment history in the commercial food service industry
• Knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment including but not limited to: ovens, steam jacketed kettles & skillets, steamers, mixers, choppers, dish machines, holding and serving equipment
• Must be able to:
  • Understand and follow routine oral and written instructions and work schedules
  • Understand and follow all safety precautions related to cleaning materials and equipment.
  • Get along with other employees, supervisors, students, and visitors.
  • Walk and/or stand for approximately 6 hours daily.
  • Safely lift and handle up to 40 pounds.
  • Twist, bend, sit, squat, kneel, pull, and stand during repetitive tasks
  • Competence for learning assigned duties including but not limited to cashiering
• Preferred:
  • Current Food Safety Certification
  • Current Jobsite Safety Certification

REPORTS TO

Child Nutrition Manager

JOB GOAL

To serve the students, faculty and guests of the Harrison County School District attractive and nutritious meals in an atmosphere of efficiency, cleanliness, and friendliness.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepare Meals: Measure, mix, cut, dice, slice, stir bake, boil, braise, and steam ingredients according to written recipes using a variety of commercial kitchen equipment
• Package Meals: Assembly food items in advance for offsite service
• Monitor Production: Inspect food and equipment throughout the preparation and cooking process
• Serving Meals: Distribute meals politely according to nutrition regulations
• Cashier and receive payments according to nutrition & finance regulations
• Cleaning & Sanitation: Performed throughout each day.
• Clean work areas, flat & vertical surfaces, equipment, and utensils
• Wipe down serving lines completely between classes or meal periods
• Wipe down dining room tables between classes or meal periods
• Sweep and mop the dining room and storage room floors
• Sweep, mop, and deck scrub kitchen floors and restrooms
• Operate commercial dish machine
• Setup and operate a standard three compartment pot & pan sink
• Dispose of garbage and sanitize receptacles

Storage

• Stock & rotate cold and dry items from deliveries in a neat and efficient manner.
• Remove items from cold or dry storage in a safe manner.
• Count and write quantities of inventory items on pull sheets
• Assist manager during the Physical Inventory process

Safety

• Responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, and sanitary facility at all times.
• Report any repairs and safety hazards immediately to immediate supervisor.
• Understand & follow all HCSD Safety Policies and Procedures.

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Cafeteria Manager and/or Director of Child Nutrition

Equipment

Computer, email, telephone, two-way radio, a variety of industrial food production and service equipment, refrigeration and hot food holding equipment, floor care and cleaning products, carts, mops, brooms, dusters, spray bottles, and brushes.

Travel Requirements

Travel to school district buildings and meetings as required.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Work in standard school building environments.

Note: Also see the Checklist of Duties for the Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

183 days a year with the wage and work year to be established by the School Board.

EVALUATION

Performance of the Child Nutrition Prep will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions in the School Board Policies and Procedures.

FLSA Status

Not Exempt

Revision Date: 06/09/2017