School Nutrition Services Assistant Team Leader

North Penn School District; Lansdale (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

North Penn School District seeks a School Nutrition Services Assistant Team Leader to provide leadership in the kitchen, coordinate food production, and ensure compliance with food safety standards. This role supports daily kitchen operations and acts as the second-in-command in the Team Leader role.

You will assist in coordinating meals, supervise staff, and maintain accurate records while delivering courteous service to students and staff in a school environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• ServSafe Certification preferred or ability to obtain.
• Knowledge of food preparation and sanitation standards.
• Ability to operate POS systems and handle cash.
• Ability to lead and supervise staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items per standardized recipes and production requirements.
• Organize preparation and serving areas for efficiency and cleanliness.
• Serve food with proper portioning and utensils.
• Perform cashiering duties including POS operation and cash handling.
• Provide courteous customer service to students, staff, and visitors.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and in compliance with procedures.
• Maintain sanitation per local, state, and federal regulations.
• Follow federal and state school nutrition regulations and guidelines.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ServSafe Certification preferred

Tools

POS systems

Job description

The North Penn School District seeks to develop a community that values and adapts to diversity. We strive to acknowledge, respect, understand, and celebrate the dynamics of racial and cultural differences. Through the development of culturally proficient staff, the establishment of structures that promote equitable opportunities, and partnerships with families and students, our School District will create an environment of respect where all members of the school community are empowered to learn, grow, and appreciate one another. We look forward to your interest!

Title

School Nutrition Services Elementary Assistant Team Leader

Reports To

Team Leader

Takes Direction From

Team Leader, Area Supervisor, Coordinator of SNS

Schedule/Calendar

6-8 hrs./day 30 to 40 hrs./week 180 days/year

Location

Openings available at: Inglewood Elementary, Nash Elementary, and Knapp Elementary

Job Summary

The School Nutrition Services Assistant Team Leader performs all duties associated with the School Nutrition Services Assistant position while providing additional operational and leadership support within the kitchen. This position serves as the designated second-in-command and assists in coordinating food production, maintaining compliance with food safety standards, and supporting daily kitchen operations. The Assistant Team Leader is expected to assume full responsibility for kitchen operations in the absence of the Team Leader.

Food Preparation and Service

• Prepare and cook food items in accordance with standardized recipes and production requirements.
• Assist in organizing and maintaining preparation and serving areas to ensure efficiency and cleanliness.
• Serve food in an attractive and appropriate manner using proper portioning and serving utensils.
• Perform cashiering duties as assigned, including operating the Point of Sale (POS) system, accurately processing transactions, and assisting with cash handling and reconciliation procedures.
• Provide courteous and professional customer service to students, staff, and visitors.
• Operate all kitchen equipment, including but not limited to ovens/Combis, steamers, dish machines, small appliances etc, in accordance with established procedures.
• Perform cleaning and sanitation duties in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Follow all federal and state school nutrition regulations and guidelines.

Operational Support

• Assist the Team Leader in coordinating daily kitchen operations, including food production and service flow.
• Support proper receiving, storage, and rotation of food and supplies in accordance with established guidelines.
• Monitor and record required food safety documentation, including temperature logs and HACCP procedures.
• Assist in maintaining accurate meal counts and cash handling procedures, as assigned.
• Support the organization and presentation of serving lines to ensure efficiency and student appeal.

Leadership and Team Support

• Serve as the designated second-in-command within the kitchen.
• Provide guidance and support to School Nutrition Services staff to ensure completion of daily tasks.
• Promote a cooperative and productive work environment through effective communication and teamwork.

Team Leader Coverage Responsibilities

• Coordinating the preparation and service of all meals in accordance with program requirements.
• Supervising kitchen and service staff to ensure adherence to policies and procedures.
• Ordering food and supplies and verifying deliveries.
• Completing production records, daily sales reports, and required documentation.
• Operating and overseeing the Point of Sale (POS) system.
• Ensuring compliance with all food safety, sanitation and HACCP requirements.
• Monitoring serving line efficiency, food quality and presentation standards.
• Completing end-of-day procedures, including reports and deposits.
• Maintaining communication with school administration and School Nutrition leadership. Attend meetings in the absence of the Team Leader.
• Adjust work schedule to match the Team Leader's assigned hours when serving in the acting Team Leader role, ensuring full coverage of kitchen operations and supervisory responsibilities during their absence.

Professional Responsibilities

• Participate in required training programs, workshops, and in-service opportunities.
• Demonstrate professionalism and effective communication with students, staff, and the school community.
• Maintain flexibility in schedule and responsibilities, including working extended hours when serving as acting Team Leader.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Team Leader, Area Supervisor or School Nutrition Services Coordinator.

Qualifications

Education and Certification

• High School Diploma or GED required
• ServSafe Certification preferred or ability to obtain

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of food preparation, sanitation standards and kitchen operations
• Ability to organize, prioritize and complete tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to provide direction and support to staff
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn Point of Sale systems

ADA Compliance

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of this position.

Physical Requirements

Choose one of the following.

Most desk jobs are sedentary or light:

Sedentary: involves sitting most of the time. Incumbent should be able to exert up to 10 lbs of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects.

Light work: If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the individual sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work. The incumbent should be able to exert up to 20 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Medium work: The incumbent should be able to exert up to 50 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Heavy work: The incumbent should be able to exert up to 100 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs of force constantly to move objects.

Very heavy work: The incumbent should be able to exert in excess of 100 lbs of force occasionally, and in excess of 50 lbs of force frequently, and in excess of 20 lbs of force constantly to move objects.