Asst 7hr, Stdt Nutr

Overview The Assistant 7 Hour Student Nutrition follows all Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Student Nutrition Services (SNS) guidelines and procedures. The Assistant 7 Hour Student Nutrition performs manual work in the preparation, serving and cashiering of federal reimbursable meals and a la carte foods to students and staff, under immediate supervision. Equal Opportunity Note: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age. The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents. Responsibilities Assists student during meal service, ensuring health, safety, and school rules are followed, while circulating through the cafeteria. Prepares, cooks, and serves hot and cold food items, ensures correct portion sizes and menu items, and replenishes the serving line. Measures and records food temperatures; follows procedures for corrective action if items are not in temperature-safe zones. Sets up serving line with appropriate paper products and utensils and presents food attractively. Provides friendly, respectful customer service, acknowledges students by name, and encourages healthy food choices. Enters meal components correctly, documents emergency meal transactions, handles cash and checks accurately, reviews alerts for special diets, and follows end-of-day cash procedures. Receives, checks-in, and stocks food; checks-out food for production and organizes storage areas, including refrigerators and freezers. Maintains program accountability with compliance to federal, state, and local rules; records production, HACCP, meal accountability, and cash procedures in accordance with district policies. Circulates in the cafeteria to assist students, promote good table manners, and encourage balanced meals and trying unfamiliar foods. Assists SNS staff with student special diet requests and ensures correct food is served for dietary or preference needs. Assists with food tastings, offering samples to students and gathering feedback. Prepares and cleans "allergy-free" tables per established procedures. Maintains clean cafeteria tables and area, ensuring readiness for the next group after class dismissal. Ensures serving line is clean and that foods, beverages, and paper goods are properly stored; assists with overall kitchen, dish, and storage area cleanup. Performs other duties as assigned. Responsibilities and tasks outlined are not exhaustive and may change as determined by district needs. Other Information Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; open to feedback and builds a positive team spirit. Puts the success of the team above personal interests. Dependability: Responds to service requests, follows instructions, takes responsibility for actions, and meets attendance and punctuality guidelines. Personal Appearance: Dresses appropriately and maintains hygiene per SNS guidelines. Customer Service: Demonstrates courtesy and sensitivity, handles challenging customers, meets commitments, and solicits feedback to improve service. Job Knowledge: Demonstrates required job skills and willingness to learn; understands how the role relates to others and uses resources effectively. Experience: Sufficient kitchen or cooking experience to acquire the knowledge and abilities described. Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: None Language Skills: Reads and interprets safety rules and manuals; writes routine reports; speaks effectively before groups. Mathematical Skills: Performs basic arithmetic in the context of money, weight, volume, and distance. Reasoning Ability: Understands and follows detailed but straightforward instructions; handles problems with a few concrete variables. Computer Skills: Basic computer skills required. Physical Demands Physical Activities: Walking, standing, stooping, squatting, handling, talking, hearing, tasting, smelling, and keyboarding. Lifting: Up to 35 pounds. Reaching: Both hands, including overhead. Environmental Conditions: Noise level is high; exposure to extreme cold/heat and moving mechanical parts. Employment Details All job postings close at 7:00 p.m. on the posted Closing Date. Applications must be submitted before this deadline. All applicants must have an active application and have received an active notification from the Application Center to be considered or interviewed for any posted position. Not Currently an Employee of our district? 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