School Nutrition Services Specialist

Mapleton Public Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Mapleton Public Schools is seeking a Nutrition Services Assistant to support the district food service program. You will prepare meals according to planned menus, serve meals, and help maintain a clean, safe kitchen.

The role requires high school diploma and prior commercial food service experience, with strong English communication and teamwork skills. The position is 7.5 hours per day, 173 days per year, non-exempt, and reports to the Director of Nutrition Services.

Qualifications

• Ability to comprehend, prepare, and communicate information in English, both orally and in writing.
• Basic math skills used for deposits, counts, and records.
• Customer service and public relations skills are essential.
• Knowledge of nutrition services, child nutrition, and Health Department guidelines preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food according to planned menus and tested recipes following all applicable food safety standards.
• Assist in ensuring all special diet menus and procedures are followed.
• Serve students meals according to standardized recipe instructions following all applicable food safety standards and regulations.
• Assist with completing daily production records, meal counts, temperature logs, and deposits utilizing the district department software.
• Clean and maintain a safe and sanitary kitchen.
• Foster a team environment by assisting coworkers with scheduled work demands.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Customer service

Basic math skills

Knowledge of nutrition services

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Kitchen equipment operation

Job description

Mapleton Public Schools is seeking a Nutrition Services Assistant to support the district food service program. You will prepare meals according to planned menus, serve meals, and help maintain a clean, safe kitchen.

The role requires high school diploma and prior commercial food service experience, with strong English communication and teamwork skills. The position is 7.5 hours per day, 173 days per year, non-exempt, and reports to the Director of Nutrition Services.