Secondary Nutrition Services Associate - 5 hours/day (10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.)

Independent School District 196; Rosemount (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a dedicated Secondary Nutrition Services Associate to join their team. This pivotal role involves preparing and serving nutritious meals, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and interacting positively with students. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma or GED and demonstrate basic arithmetic, reading, and writing skills. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a vibrant school community while enjoying a supportive work environment. If you have a passion for nutrition and enjoy working with diverse groups, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED required.
• Basic skills in arithmetic, reading, and writing essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food according to manager's instructions.
• Maintain cleanliness in kitchen and serving areas.
• Interact positively with students during service.

Skills

Basic arithmetic skills

Reading skills

Writing skills

Ability to lift up to 40 pounds

Time management

Cultural awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Point of sale equipment

Job description

Secondary Nutrition Services Associate - 5 hours/day (10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.) JobID: 20233

• Date Posted:
  3/7/2025
• Location:
  Districtwide
• Closing Date:
  03/14/2025
• Position Type:
  Nutrition Services/ Nutrition Services Associate

Description:
5 hrs./day, during school day hours
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Effective Date of Employment:
ASAP
Application Deadlines:
March 14, 2025 - 4:00 p.m.

Application Procedures:
Internal Candidates and External Candidates: Apply on-line at www.district196.org

Qualifications:

1. Applicants must be a high school graduate or hold GED.
2. Basic arithmetic, reading, and writing skills.
3. Ability to safely lift up to 40 pounds, stand on a hard surface for 3-6 hours, bending, twisting, and repetitive motions.
4. Experience in institutional food service operations and/or school foodservice helpful.
5. Must complete Serve Safe course and pass exam with 70% accuracy or higher within 1 year of hire date.
6. Previous knowledge of point of sale experience preferred.
7. Ability to work independently and take initiative to complete job duties within the contracted hours.
8. Must be able to work independently and manage their time efficiently.
9. Demonstrated experience and proficiency working with a culturally, ethnically, racially, and socioeconomically diverse school community is preferred.

Job Summary:

1. Comply with food service manager's instruction on production, preparation, and service of food.
2. Comply with department standards to account for meals (reimbursement and ala carte sales).
3. Comply with food service manager's instruction on clean-up of kitchen, serving area, cafeteria, and dishroom.
4. Comply with standards of safety in handling, preparation, storing, and serving food.
5. Work on computerized point of sale equipment to process students through breakfast and lunch lines.
6. Work efficiently and cooperate with other employees.
7. Attend job-related training classes and workshops.
8. Interact with students in a positive and professional manner.
9. Other duties as assigned.

Responsible To:
Nutrition Services Manager
Compensation:
According to contractual agreement.

Equal Opportunity Employer
As required by Title IX and other state and federal nondiscrimination laws, District 196 does not discriminate in employment or in any of its education programs and activities, including vocational opportunities, on the basis of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, familial status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, age or genetic information. District 196 provides equal access to designated youth groups.