Substitute Nutrition Services Worker

SUBSTITUTE NUTRITION SERVICES WORKER

The job of the Nutrition Services Worker provides for the nutrition services of students at the assigned site and must meet the mandated nutritional needs of students. The position requires cooking and preparing large quantities of food items for all Nutrition Services programs including but not limited to Breakfast, Lunch, Snack and Suppers that meet mandated nutritional requirements and/or requests of students and school personnel; verifying quantities and specifications of orders; maintaining facilities in a sanitary condition; ensuring availability of quantities of items; providing written support to convey information; complying with mandated health requirements; and review and verify reimbursable meals. Substitutes may also be required to secure funds for daily meal transactions; deposit funds and balance accounts while adhering to accounting practices for monies handled. Substitutes must be available to work on a regular basis and be willing to work in various locations throughout the District.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

1. Passing basic skills test based on the requirements of the position
2. Employment history in similar position(s)
3. References indicating satisfactory skills and abilities in similar position
4. Successful completion of training or certification programs related to position. (this could include, but is not limited to, one of the following: high school diploma, GED, AA, BA, etc.)
5. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
6. Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position.
7. Must possess or be willing to obtain a food handler permit.
8. Must pass a background check, which includes employee paid fingerprinting.
9. Completion of safe schools web-based training within 30 days of hire and yearly thereafter.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

1. Must uphold board policies and follow administrative procedures.
2. Must take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
3. Must maintain Food Handlers permit.
4. Knowledge of basic cash handling procedures.
5. Must attend in-service trainings, menu meetings and other meetings as required, as well as attend any training as directed by management.
6. Evidence of ability to assess and correct issues involving safety.
7. Evidence of ability to establish and maintain a tactful, cooperative and effective relationship with students, parents, staff, fellow employees and management.
8. Evidence of ability to approach assigned work in a professional manner, working toward the common goal of teamwork, pride in service delivery and continuous improvement
9. Must demonstrate sufficient command of the English language to communicate verbally and in writing with students, parents, district staff members and other concerned people regarding all aspects of their job related activities.
10. Must be able to use basic computer programs to maintain records, enter timecard information and read and respond to email.
11. Skills to perform basic math calculations, communicate effectively, use standard office equipment including a calculator and computer.

QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED

1. Prior job-related experience (3 years minimum) in cash handling, customer service, food preparation, serving and basic kitchen activities.
2. Skills to perform basic arithmetic calculations, maintain inventory control, use standard office equipment including computer, and communicate effectively.
3. Knowledge of modern methods of food preparation, health codes and sanitation principles, nutritional requirements and the National School Lunch Program
4. Positive evaluations and recommendations that support character and work ethic.
5. Excellent attendance, punctuality, dependability, self-disciplined, and a self-starter.
6. Completion of Serv-Safe Certificate program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential job functions and responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

1. Cleans utensils, equipment, and the storage, food preparation and serving areas for the purpose of maintaining sanitary conditions.
2. Cooks prepared food for the purpose of meeting projected meal requirements and mandated nutritional requirements.
3. Estimates food preparation amounts for the purpose of meeting projected meal requirements and minimizing waste.
4. Implements menu plan for the purpose of meeting students' mandated daily nutritional requirements.
5. Inspects one or more items of food and/or supplies for the purpose of verifying temperature, quality, quantity and specifications of orders and/or to complying with mandated health requirements.
6. Prepares documentation for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information for meal counts, cash deposits, reimbursement reports, menu production, inventory and quality control records (HACCP).
7. Prepares food and beverage items for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional requirements and projected meal requirements.
8. Reports equipment malfunctions for the purpose of maintaining equipment in safe working order.
9. Responds to inquiries of students, staff, and/or the public for the purpose of providing information and/or direction regarding food items or the type and/or cost of meals.
10. Serves one or more items of food for the purpose of meeting mandated nutritional requirements and/or requests of students and school personnel.
11. Orders and stocks food, condiments and supplies for the purpose of maintaining adequate quantities and security of items.
12. Communicates in an effective manner with supervisor(s) concerning customer service, food quality, food prep/cooking for the purpose of providing information regarding mandated nutritional requirements.
13. Directs students as assigned for the purpose of assisting individuals to perform their functions in a safe and efficient manner, maximizing the efficiency of the work force.
14. Collects payments (e.g. cash or meal card) for the purpose of completing meal transactions.
15. Reconciles transactions for the purpose of balancing accounts and adhering to accounting practices.
16. Supervises student customers for the purpose of maintaining proper behavior in a cafeteria setting.
17. Works cooperatively and collaboratively with students, staff, and the general public.
18. Performs all duties of the position within the scope of Kennewick School District policies and procedures, including regular attendance and punctuality.
19. Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

PHYSICAL DEMANDS : The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Mobility: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time, push or pull 18-26 lbs., sit, kneel and crouch, twist and bend, use hands to type, finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arm.
• Sense: The employee is required to talk/hear conversations and other sounds. The employee must be able to communicate effectively in person and over the telephone. The employee is required to taste and smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, far vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Lifting: The employee must be able to lift or move up to 50 pounds; must also be able to lift overhead. The employee may be required to physically move quickly in an emergency or while performing student supervision duties.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical Hazards: While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to work in a wide variety of temperatures; from -10 degrees F to 100 degrees F+. The employee may work near moving mechanical parts. The employee may be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in this work environment is moderate.

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The Kennewick School District provides equal access to all programs and services without discrimination based on sex,