Dietary Worker - Nutrition

Nutrition Services Assistant

Pay range: $16.00-$18.00 per hour based on experience

Provides assistance in all nutrition services functions as directed/instructed by the Chef Manager in accordance with the agency's standards and procedures, federal state and local standards, guidelines and regulations

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Assists in providing students with nourishing, attractive, well balanced meals

Prepares meals, snacks and nourishments

Makes only authorized substitutions to menus, snacks or nourishments

Serves meals that are palatable, appetizing in appearance, garnished and at proper temperature, on a timely basis

Serves food in accordance with established portion control procedures, adhering to Meal Plans for specific individuals/diets

Ensures that food supplies for the next day's production are readily available. Completes pre-preparations as required

Assists in maintaining all work/storage areas in a clean and properly arranged manner at all times. Moves stock and equipment as necessary to complete daily cleaning duties as assigned. Signs off cleaning schedule

Demonstrates proper use of equipment. Reports equipment needs or repairs

Uses required protective equipment

Sweeps and mops floors as directed

Carries out garbage

Keeps work areas clean, dry and free of hazards

Performs ware-washing duties as assigned

Assists in orientation and training of employees as assigned

Treats all staff with respect and courtesy

All other duties as assigned

Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge Requirements:

High School diploma or GED required.

Must be able to work a flexible schedule.

Duties require professional verbal and written communication skills.

Proficiency in or knowledge of using a variety of computer software and e-mail applications, especially Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word; have the aptitude to learn other computer software as necessary.

Performs physical activities including standing, lifting (up to 60 pounds unassisted), bending, stooping, pushing, pulling and twisting.

Meet the requirements to drive Springbrook vehicles as required.

Springbrook is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Springbrook to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin or citizenship, age, genetic predisposition or carrier status, gender identity or expression, disability, military or veteran status, sexual or reproductive health decisions, traits historically associated with race and/or any other status or characteristic protected by law.