Nutrition Department Assistant - Student Worker

Lipscomb University Nutrition Department Food Lab Assistant

Assist Nutrition Department with organization and management, particularly of the Foods Lab (Hughes 303). Must be a current Lipscomb University student.

Job Duties:

1. Set up for weekly foods lab including but not limited to:

Getting out equipment

Monitor inventory of current supplies during preparation of supply lists

Preparing shopping list for groceries and supplies for weekly labs

Putting away groceries and supplies

Preparing handouts as needed

Assisting students in lab if schedule allows

Monitoring freezer, refrigerator, and pantry areas for expired food items and dispose of or replace as needed

2. Monitor lab for cleanliness and proper functioning of lab including but not limited to:

Monitoring that proper items are in each workstation

Dishwashers are emptied after lab and items are properly put away

Ensure proper working of lab equipment

Notifying proper person (work ticket or notifying Linda Price or Dr. Marshall) if any lab equipment is broken or needs repair

Monitoring lab for cleanliness and turning in work order if areas are not properly cleaned (floor scrubbing, trash, etc.)

Restocking first aid supplies as needed

3. Other duties as assigned to aid the department.

Job Qualifications: Current undergraduate or graduate LU student with Federal Work Study status preferred. Must be punctual, have an eager attitude, organizational skills, effective written and oral communication skills, and be motivated to begin professional development.

Job Requirements: Must have effective organizational skills to manage inventory of items for labs on a timely basis. Experience with Microsoft Office 365 and Google software preferred.

Working Conditions: Must be able to lift, carry, and put away groceries and other items purchased.

Time Requirement: Average of 10 hours per week for a total of approximately 140 hours per semester.

May be Federal Work Study eligible.

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