NUTRITION SERVICES ASSISTANT

Manitou Springs School District; Manitou Springs (CO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Manitou Springs School District 14 is seeking a Nutrition Services Assistant to support daily kitchen operations, food preparation, and meal service for students and staff. You will adhere to nutrition guidelines and safety standards, assist with portioning, serving, and cash handling, and help maintain a clean, organized serving area.

The role requires teamwork in a fast-paced school cafeteria, with a focus on friendly, customer-oriented service and compliance with dietary restrictions when

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Completion of food safety certification preferred (may be required after hiring).
• Experience in food preparation or customer service is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact positively with students, staff, and coworkers.
• Basic math skills for measuring ingredients, portioning meals, and operating the point-of-sale system.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and cooking of food items following standardized recipes and menus.
• Ensure that food is prepared and served in compliance with federal, state, and district regulations for nutrition and food safety.
• Help with portioning and packaging meals for students, including special dietary needs when applicable.
• Serve meals to students and staff in a friendly, efficient manner, adhering to portion sizes and meal requirements.
• Operate the point-of-sale system, accurately recording student meals and managing payment transactions.
• Maintain an organized and clean serving area, replenishing food supplies as necessary during meal service.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, counters, tables, and other workspaces before and after meal preparation and service.
• Wash dishes, utensils, trays, and other kitchen items using proper sanitation methods.
• Assist in the proper storage and disposal of leftover food items, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Assist with receiving, unpacking, and storing food and supplies delivered to the kitchen.
• Help monitor inventory levels and report any shortages or damaged items to the Nutrition Services Manager.
• Follow proper procedures for food storage, including labeling and rotating inventory according to first-in, first-out (FIFO) principles.
• Adhere to district, state, and federal health and safety guidelines, including proper food handling, sanitation, and temperature control.
• Participate in required training sessions to stay updated on food safety practices and district procedures.
• Ensure all food is served at the correct temperature and follows USDA nutritional guidelines for school meals.
• Provide friendly and helpful service to students, staff, and other customers, creating a welcoming environment in the cafeteria.
• Address any student questions or concerns regarding meal options, including those related to dietary restrictions or allergies.
• Support a positive cafeteria experience by fostering respectful interactions with students and coworkers.
• Assist in preparing the kitchen for the opening of the school year and summer break.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food safety

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Basic math

District vehicle certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Job description

MANITOU SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT 14

MANITOU SPRINGS COLORADO

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

POSITION: NUTRITION SERVICES ASSISTANT

LOCATION:

MANITOU SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT

405 EL MONTE PLACE

MANITOU SPRINGS, CO 80829

Requirements

• Fingerprint/background screening required
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Completion of food safety certification preferred (may be required after hiring).
• Experience in food preparation or customer service is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact positively with students, staff, and coworkers.
• Basic math skills for measuring ingredients, portioning meals, and operating the point-of-sale system.
• Ability to obtain and maintain district vehicle certification

REPORTS TO:

DIRECTOR OF NUTRITION SERVICES

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The following statements of essential functions and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position. Actual duties and responsibilities may vary depending on building assignment and other factors determined with supervisor and/or building principal.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and cooking of food items following standardized recipes and menus.
• Ensure that food is prepared and served in compliance with federal, state, and district regulations for nutrition and food safety.
• Help with portioning and packaging meals for students, including special dietary needs when applicable.
• Serve meals to students and staff in a friendly, efficient manner, adhering to portion sizes and meal requirements.
• Operate the point-of-sale system, accurately recording student meals and managing payment transactions.
• Maintain an organized and clean serving area, replenishing food supplies as necessary during meal service.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, counters, tables, and other workspaces before and after meal preparation and service.
• Wash dishes, utensils, trays, and other kitchen items using proper sanitation methods.
• Assist in the proper storage and disposal of leftover food items, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Assist with receiving, unpacking, and storing food and supplies delivered to the kitchen.
• Help monitor inventory levels and report any shortages or damaged items to the Nutrition Services Manager.
• Follow proper procedures for food storage, including labeling and rotating inventory according to first-in, first-out (FIFO) principles.
• Adhere to district, state, and federal health and safety guidelines, including proper food handling, sanitation, and temperature control.
• Participate in required training sessions to stay updated on food safety practices and district procedures.
• Ensure all food is served at the correct temperature and follows USDA nutritional guidelines for school meals.
• Provide friendly and helpful service to students, staff, and other customers, creating a welcoming environment in the cafeteria.
• Address any student questions or concerns regarding meal options, including those related to dietary restrictions or allergies.
• Support a positive cafeteria experience by fostering respectful interactions with students and coworkers.
• Assist in preparing the kitchen for the opening of the school year and summer break.
• Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, bend, lift, and carry items weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Frequent exposure to kitchen equipment and heat from ovens, stoves, and dishwashers.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment during meal service times.
• Primarily works in a school kitchen and cafeteria setting.
• May occasionally assist with special events or caterings outside of regular school hours.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

178 day calendar

FLSA STATUS:

Non-Exempt Classified

SALARY:

See salary schedule (on website)

In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and Colorado law, Manitou Springs School District 14 does not unlawfully discriminate against otherwise qualified students, employees, applicants for employment, or members of the public on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, or need for special education services. Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on age, genetic information, and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal law.

Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees, and members of the public. The following persons have been identified as the compliance officer for handling reports and complaints of unlawful discrimination/harassment.

ADA and Section 504 Compliance Officer for Employees & Title IX Coordinator:

Human Resources

405 El Monte Place

Manitou Springs, Colorado 80829

Telephone: [phone]

[e-mail]