Temporary Leave Replacement Nutrition Services I - Lead, Job 26-0639 FA

Nutrition Service I, Lead

This is a 7.0 hour per day, Temporary Leave Replacement position with benefits at Fairmount Elementary School. Anticipated dates for this leave replacement are as soon as possible through February 9, 2027. Hours for this position are 7:00 a.m - 2:30 p.m. Rate of pay does not include the $0.75 lead stipend.

Perform a variety of duties in the preparation and serving of food and supervision of the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs at designated school site(s). Direct, train and supervise Food Service Workers on daily operations and job duties to ensure the program is compliant with federal and state regulations and creates a safe and friendly environment for students and staff.

Prepare food items daily and in a timely manner, including school entrees, a la carte items, and special menu items for the purpose of providing nutritious meals and snacks for students. Supervise Food Service Worker I staff, student helpers and substitutes. Assist with all functions and duties in the kitchen including receiving, storing, preparing, serving and clean up. Prepare appropriate quantity of food items by reading and interpreting recipes for large quantities, following USDA meal pattern requirements. Prepare food orders, production records, monthly inventories, and documentation of food and physical safety logs; maintain daily records as required by federal and state guidelines. Prepare daily cash records and comply with all cash handling procedures as trained and outlined in manual. Operate kitchen equipment including slicers, mixers, ovens, and warmers for the purpose of preparing food items and maintaining appropriate food temperatures, following health department rules and regulations. Lift up to 35 pounds in various containers using safe lifting techniques for the purpose of preparing and delivering large quantities of food items to serve students. Assist with daily cleanup of kitchen and service areas including cleaning and proper storage of dishes, food items, and kitchen equipment for the purpose of maintaining sanitary conditions at all times. Practice good safety habits at all times for the purpose of maintaining health and well-being of school students and staff. Attend monthly lead meetings at the central kitchen to discuss program issues and menu development. Transport money, inventory and appropriate paperwork to nutrition office as needed. Perform other duties as required or assigned including ordering/purchasing food and supplies, preparing inventory, and storing supplies for the purpose of maintaining an organized, efficient and safe work environment.

Ability to read and follow recipes, use kitchen equipment, and follow safety and sanitation rules, and other requirements to prepare nutritious meals and snacks for students. Knowledge of Snohomish County and Washington State food safety, sanitation and proper temperatures including HAACP. Ability to maintain updated knowledge of school policies and procedures that affect the school nutrition services program and this position. Ability to participate in job related training. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students and parents. Ability to follow and give written and verbal instructions. Ability to do math calculations and make correct change at a high school level. Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance and to be flexible in meeting deadlines. Ability to correctly and safely lift up to 35 pounds.

High school diploma or its equivalent. Washington State Health Card Required.

ServSafe certification desired. Previous experience in the food industry preferred. Vocational training in the food service industry preferred.

Sitting - Frequently Standing - Frequently Walking - Frequently Crouching - Frequently Kneeling/Crawling - Frequently Stooped - Frequently Twisting Knees - Frequently Twisting Waist - Frequently Twisting Neck - Frequently Climbing - Occasionally Balancing - Occasionally Leg/Foot Use - Occasionally Reaching - Frequently Handling/Grasping - Frequently Fingering/Feeling - Frequently Pushing/Pulling - Frequently Lifting/Carrying - Frequently Talking - Frequently Hearing - Frequently Vision - Frequently Near Acuity - Frequently Far Acuity - Frequently Depth Perception - Frequently Color Vision - Frequently Field of Vision - Frequently Smell - Occasionally Work Outdoors - Occasionally Work Indoors - Frequently Other special tools or equipment used with this position: Hydraulic machinery 240 gallon pot.