McAdory MS - CNP Worker

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery-Public-Schools seeks a Child Nutrition Program Worker to support daily food service operations in Jefferson County Schools. The role involves food preparation, following menus, and maintaining cleanliness and safety standards.

You will rotate tasks across the CNP team, assist with inventory, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. A high school diploma and ability to obtain health certifications are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to meet suitability criteria under state laws.
• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment.
• Carry out verbal and written instructions with good interpersonal skills.
• Follow Child Nutrition Program guidelines and regulations.
• Use technology as required for job responsibilities.
• Possess health certifications including tuberculin skin test results.
• Physical stamina for standing, lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Be punctual and maintain attendance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and service of food according to the daily menu and supervisor instructions.
• Perform food storage, inventory control, equipment cleaning, and related sanitation tasks.
• Work courteously and professionally with staff, vendors, students, and parents.
• Operate food service equipment per procedures.
• Participate in job rotation within CNP activities as assigned.
• Maintain professional dress and hygiene suitable for food service.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Attention to safety

Punctuality

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Job Title – Child Nutrition Program Worker

Supervisor:

CNP Manager, CNP Assistant Manager, CNP Area Specialist, Principal, CNP Supervisor, and CNP Director

Job Goals:

• To effectively implement the local school Child Nutrition Program (CNP).
• To provide food preparation services for Jefferson County Schools.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Ability to meet the suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457.
3. Ability to operate and maintain kitchen equipment necessary for performance of job responsibilities.
4. Ability to carry out verbal and written instructions and demonstrate effective interpersonal skills.
5. Ability to follow Child Nutrition Program guidelines and regulations.
6. Ability to use technology as required to perform job responsibilities.
7. Possess and maintain required health certifications including tuberculin skin test results.
8. Strength, stamina, agility, dexterity, and acuity to perform job responsibilities safely and effectively.
9. Ability, agility and stamina to engage in prolonged standing, stooping, kneeling, bending, turning, reaching, and repetitive lifting up to 25 pounds.
10. Ability to lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
11. Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance.
12. Such alternative qualifications to those listed as the Board may require.

Performance Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

1. Demonstrates support for the school system, its vision, goals and priorities.
2. Assists in preparation and service of food according to the written menu of the day and supervisor’s/manager’s instruction.
3. Performs food storage; inventory control; equipment cleaning, assembly and disassembly; and related serving and sanitation tasks as assigned.
4. Performs duties in a courteous and professional manner.
5. Operates food service equipment in accordance with established procedures.
6. Serves in job rotation or assists in any CNP activities as assigned including, but not limited to, cashier, server, backup, dish machine operator, food preparation, and cleanup of kitchen, dining area, storage areas, or work area.
7. Maintains professional dress and hygiene, suitable for food service work (uniform, hair net/hat, closed-toe shoe with non-skid sole, etc.).
8. Observes proper safety precautions in the kitchen and other work areas.
9. Cooperates with other school system staff members in maintaining high standards in the child nutrition program.
10. Follows written and verbal instructions and communicates effectively with others (CNP staff, vendors, school staff, students, parents, community members).
11. Participates in and promotes in-service training, conferences, and continuing educational programs for self-improvement and for other personnel.
12. Demonstrates professional ethics and effective work habits.
13. Maintains confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters in accordance with state and federal law.
14. Demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility.
15. Responds to inquiries and requests in a timely and positive manner.
16. Maintains and submits required reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner.
17. Properly cares for equipment and material resources of the school system.
18. Uses effective collaboration skills to work as an effective team member.
19. Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies, and state, federal, and local laws.
20. Reports absences and takes leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures.
21. Performs other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor(s).

Terms of Employment:

As established by the Board and applicable state law.

Evaluation:

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. The Jefferson County Board of Education reserves the right to amend the job description as needed.