School Nutrition Assistant: Prep, Serve & Fuel Students

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Tuscaloosa City Schools in Tuscaloosa, AL seeks a Child Nutrition Program Assistant to assist with school meals preparation, sanitation, and inventory in a fast-paced kitchen.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, ability to lift and stand for long periods, follow recipes, and maintain safety standards; you will report to the Child Nutrition Program Manager and support daily operation.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to do simple mathematics.
• Ability to learn prescribed preparation methods of handling food supplies.
• Ability to organize, file and retrieve information as needed.
• Ability to complete production records.
• Ability to work with both hands when assigned food preparation.
• Read and interpret recipes and instructions.
• Ability to use equipment timers and controls.
• Ability to use ingredient scaling equipment.
• Capable of working for six hours in a kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Performs duties related to the preparation of school meals such as setting up, cooking, cleaning, washing, mopping and maintaining inventory.
• Becomes skilled in the use of all equipment normally used in work assignments.
• Adheres to work schedules and work assignments.
• Attends work regularly and on time.
• Reports work-related injuries as required.
• Completes records as specified.
• Adheres to dress code requirements.
• Practices acceptable health habits and safe work habits as per health guidelines.
• Maintains a positive, friendly attitude in all job relationships.

Skills

Reading & following instructions

Basic math

Food handling safety

Kitchen equipment operation

Documentation & records

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Tuscaloosa City Schools in Tuscaloosa, AL seeks a Child Nutrition Program Assistant to assist with school meals preparation, sanitation, and inventory in a fast-paced kitchen.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, ability to lift and stand for long periods, follow recipes, and maintain safety standards; you will report to the Child Nutrition Program Manager and support daily operation.