School Nutritiion Assistant

Basic Function

Assist in the preparation and service of food; set up assigned serving areas; perform cashiering duties for student and staff meal service; and maintain clean safe and sanitary food service facilities.

Distinguishing Characteristics

The School Nutrition Assistant supports food production service and point-of-sale operations in a school kitchen. Positions may include lead responsibilities as assigned.

Representative Duties

• Prepare cook and assemble food items such as sandwiches burgers salads meats fruits vegetables and baked goods
• Ensure proper food quality quantity and timely service; complete production records
• Set up and stock serving lines beverages and supplies
• Portion and serve meals according to procedures
• Monitor and record food temperatures per regulations
• Operate point-of-sale system process transactions and reconcile funds
• Count and claim meals; maintain required records
• Assist with transporting food to campus or district locations
• Maintain inventory and notify supervisors of supply needs
• Clean and sanitize work areas equipment and utensils
• Store food properly and dispose of waste
• Operate kitchen equipment including ovens mixers slicers and dishwashers
• Assist in training new employees and student workers
• Support food preparation baking and service activities
• Perform related duties as assigned

Knowledge

• Basic math and cashiering skills
• Record-keeping procedures
• Food safety and sanitation practices
• Kitchen equipment and food preparation methods
• Customer service and communication skills

Abilities

• Prepare and serve food in compliance with health regulations
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
• Use point-of-sale systems and handle cash accurately
• Maintain clean and sanitary work areas
• Follow written and verbal instructions
• Work collaboratively and maintain professionalism
• Meet schedules and timelines
• Perform basic math calculations accurately
• Lift up to 50 pounds and stand or walk for extended periods

Education and Experience

Any combination equivalenttohigh school diploma G.E.D. Certificate ordemonstratedprogress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and one year food service experience.

Licenses and Requirements

• Completion of training for beginning school food service personnel per 702 KAR 6:045
• Compliance with annual training requirements under 7 CFR Parts 210 and 235
• Food Handler Certification as required by the district

Required Experience:

Junior IC