Child Nutri Support Specialist - Lyon ES

Tacoma Public Schools

Expected Start Date: One week or less after job posting closes

FTE:0.75

Hours per day:6.0

Salary Level: FS/1A/2 $21.91hr

Work Hours:Monday Friday 7:30am 2:00pm

This position provides support to nutrition services activities at assigned schools/buildings by performing cashier functions; assists the cook manager with general kitchen duties and/or preparation of large food quantities; responsible for all fiscal records and data entry into Nutrition Services meal accounting system.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Performs cashiering functions during meal service to secure funds for food selection; accurately records daily meal data in Nutrition Services meal accounting system; prepares sales transaction documents; completes daily reports to record activities.

2. Reconciles receipts to meal counts; prepares and forwards money for daily bank deposits as instructed.

3. Assists the cookmanager in preparing and assembling standardized portions food items for the days menu and any other items as designated; may record food temperatures at regular intervals during heating of food items as instructed.

4. Operates dishwashing washing machine and other kitchen equipment as directed; performs clean up duties in food preparation and servicing area; cleans and sanitizes kitchen equipment and utensils as assigned.

5. May serve food items to students and staff as assigned.

6. Maintains neat and clean work environment; cleans and stores equipment and tools when job has been completed as directed.

7. Follows proper safety and sanitation procedures.

OTHER JOB DUTIES

1. Maintains and updates knowledge and skills required for success in the position by participating in professional development activities as needed or as assigned.

2. Performs related duties as assigned on a temporary basis.

3. Attends training meeting as assigned.

4. Regular reliable predictable attendance or physical presence is an essential job requirement and critical to the performance of the work.

CONDITIONS

Experiences frequent interruptions and inflexible deadlines; required to be precise; occasionally required to deal with difficult and sensitive situations and /or people; required or may have to travel to District and other sites within the community; may be required to work extended hours as needed; required to operate kitchen equipment with moving parts; may be exposed to hazardous chemicals or high noise levels; may work in freezer and/or refrigeration units for extended periods of time; may be required to shift and prioritize tasks; required to stand and/or walk for prolonged periods; required to perform repetitive tasks; required to perform movements adopt applicable positions and demonstrate stamina and exertions needed to prepare meals and clean up; required to lift and carry up to 20 pounds occasionally lift/move up to 25 to 45 pounds and occasionally team lift/move up to 50 pounds in accordance with established guidelines and proper safety precautions bend squat stoop kneel crouch walk twist climb and/or be mobile.

Education and Experience

Recent successful experience in performing cashier duties at a school kitchen in the District; successful completion of required inservice; food service work experience desirable; or any combination of experience and training which provides the applicant with the knowledge skills and ability required to perform the work. No high school diploma or GED required. District offering incentives to obtain diploma or GED.

Licenses/Special Requirements

Must maintain all licenses and certifications as a condition of continued employment.

Valid and current Washington State Food Handlers Card.

Valid Washington State drivers license with access to personal transportation.

Fingerprints and successful WSP and FBI background clearance/sexual misconduct clearance.

Ability to score at the 80 level or higher on the arithmetic test required for the position.

Allowable Substitution

Additional experience as a food services manager may substitute for up to two years of the educational requirement.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of safety and sanitation rules and procedures.

Knowledge of kitchen layouts and equipment placement.

Knowledge of product preparation and equipment operation.

Knowledge of English usage including spelling and in logical thinking.

Skill in operating various commercial kitchen equipment.

Skill in communication.

Skill in obtaining clarifying and exchanging information.

Skill in promoting a quality customer service environment.

Ability to organize and prioritize work.

Ability to learn operating procedures for institutionalsized kitchen work.

Ability to operate personal computer with applicable software applications.

Ability to read understand and follow written instruction.

Ability to concentrate on tasks at hand.

Ability to work effectively as a team.

Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Ability to accurately perform arithmetic calculations compute and manage change; track maintain and project data accurately in the Nutrition Services meal accounting system.

Ability to demonstrate reasonable reliable and regular attendance.

Ability to follow instructions and accept constructive criticism.

Ability to maintain neat appearance and good personal hygiene.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of people in a multicultural diverse socioeconomic setting.

Ability to participate as a member of a team.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. District administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the primary functions of this job the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility but should not be considered an allinclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.

Tacoma Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex race creed religion color national origin age veteran or military status sexual orientation gender expression or identity disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

• Civil Rights Coordinator: Renee Trueblood
• Title IX Coordinator: Wayne Greer
• 504 Coordinator: Elise FriedrichNielsen

Mailing address: P.O. Box 1357 Tacoma WA.