Substitute Nutrition Department

Norwalk Community School; Norwalk (IA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

Norwalk Community School District is seeking a Substitute Nutrition Worker to support daily meal service in our Nutrition Department. The role focuses on accurate food handling, record-keeping, and friendly service to students, with responsibilities including line setup, serving, cleaning, and basic food preparation under supervision.

Position requires the ability to lift up to 45 lbs, work during peak periods, and maintain high standards of health and confidentiality in a fast-paced school

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Some related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with salads or cooking as assigned.
• Assists in dishwashing and line setup.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
• Counts money, completes daily worksheet, and prepares bank deposits.
• Updates computer with new students and status changes as needed.
• Inputs purchases into computer at lunch and breakfast.
• Attends job related meetings.
• Helps maintain morale of co-workers.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Accurate data entry

SNAP knowledge

Office equipment

Nutrition regulations

Record keeping

Workflow organization

Customer service

Attention to detail

Time management

Confidentiality

Work under pressure

Written communication

Oral communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

NORWALK COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

TITLE: Substitute Nutrition Worker

QUALIFICATIONS

A. Skills, knowledge, abilities:

• Works with figures accurately and efficiently.
• Knowledge of the SNAP program.
• Ability to operate office machines accurately and efficiently (computer, calculator, copy machine).
• Knowledge of Nutrition Services regulations and sanitary codes governing Nutrition Services operation.
• Maintain accurate records and files.
• Ability to organize workflow for maximum efficiency.
• Ability to relate well to all people including student customers.
• Ability to think logically and follow through with details persistently, conscientiously and accurately.
• Ability to work without close supervision and budget time to complete responsibilities as scheduled.
• Follow district policies and procedures related to the position.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work with numerous interruptions.
• Strong skills in written and oral communications.

EDUCATION

High School diploma or GED desired.

EXPERIENCE

Some related experience desired.

REPORTS TO

Nutrition Director

JOB GOAL

To provide students with attractive and nutritious meals in an atmosphere of efficiency, cleanliness and friendliness. To contribute to the accurate, efficient operation of the Nutrition Department so that it can play its effective part in the education process.

JOB PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists with salads or cooking as assigned.
• Assists in pot and pan washing and dish machine operation.
• Assists in line set-up, serving, and/or cleaning of line as assigned.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
• Communicates upward and downward.
• Assists with cleaning as assigned such as carts, refrigerators, tables, walls, equipment, and floors.
• Cleans own working area and helps keep a clean and orderly storeroom.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Helps maintain morale of co-workers.
• Processes all activities to accounts accurately and timely.
• Updates computer with new students and changes in status as needed.
• Inputs purchases into computer at lunch and breakfast.
• Counts money, completes daily worksheet, and prepares bank deposit.
• Attends job related meetings as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS

There are frequent peak rush periods, and time-lines must be met. Must be able to lift materials weighing up to 45 lbs. Must be able to work under extreme temperature changes. Must meet health requirements per state regulations for food handlers.

COMMENTS

Must have initiative to see what needs to be done and accomplish same in a timely manner.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Work days and hours to be established by supervisor, and vary due to needs of the department. Wages and additional terms of employment to be arranged with the Board.

In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, the Norwalk Community School District prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment as defined by the regulations implementing Title IX against any individual participating in any education program or activity of the District. This prohibition on discrimination applies to and protects students, employees, and applicants for employment. BP106.