Nutrition Assistant

Student Nutrition AssistantStudent Nutrition Assistant Prairie Ridge Elementary School 2026-2027 School Year Shift Hours: 7.5 hours per day, 6:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Position Function (include but are not limited to the following): Prepares foods from recipes or instructions, cleans, and properly stores equipment. Observes health and sanitation regulations. Attend the Food Safety Basics Class as required. Receives, unpacks, stores and rotates food and supply stocks. Serves food to students and staff. Washes, and sanitizes dishes, serving areas, coolers, preparation surfaces and equipment. Perform other duties as assigned by the Student Nutrition Kitchen Manager. Working Conditions: Able to work harmoniously with others. Requires standing for long periods of time. Must pass standardized strength & agility testing requiring lifting up to 50 pounds. Completion of Food Basics Safety Class within 2 months of hire. Maintains high standards of sanitation and personal cleanliness. Have reliable references Effective communication skills, both verbal and written. Starting Salary: $15.60/hour - commensurate with experience Anticipated Start date : August 14th, 2026 Benefits: USD 232 offers an excellent benefits package! Visit our benefits page for more information. Requirements: - All employees must have a current TB test (Tuberculosis). If you've had a recent TB Test (less than 12 months ago) we can accept a copy of your test results. If it's been more than 1 year ago, you will be required to obtain a new test. Employees are responsible for the cost of the test. -Must pass standardized strength & agility testing requiring lifting up to 50 pounds. -Must submit pre employment physical prior to first day of workTitle The Student Nutrition Assistant assists in the preparation and serving of food, and in the cleaning and maintenance of kitchen facilities. To accomplish these tasks the Nutrition Services Assistant must work closely with the staff and administration of USD 232. Supervision Kitchen ManagerFringe benefits as scheduled by the Board of EducationBenefitsMonthly discretionary leave accrualTuition Reimbursement3 days bereavement leave per occurrence169.5 workday calendarHigh school diploma or equivalentRequiredQualifications Experience in large scale food production and kitchen managementSuccessful completion of Food Safety Basics training within 2 months of hire.Able to work harmoniously with others.Maintains high standards of sanitation and personal cleanlinessMust execute all required state and federal employment documents.Must pass background checkMust pass strength and agility testHealth and inoculation Certificate on file in the district office.Physical Requires prolonged standing.Requirements & Requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or Conditions push heavy objects or materials up to 50 lbs.Occasional stooping, bending, and reaching.Must work indoors and outdoors year-round.Must work in noisy and crowded environments.Must be able to climb stairs and use a small stepladder.Must work in and around fumes and odors.Essential Prepare and serve food, and clean kitchen equipment as directed.FunctionsReceives, unpacks, stores and rotates food and supply stocks.Serves food to students and staff.Maintain proper sanitary and safety practices.See that district policies are observed at all times.Follow standardized recipes.Participate in cooking, preparation and serving of food and drink.Check and record daily refrigerator, freezer and dish machine temperatures.Maintain a safe and sanitary environment complying with Kansas Department of Agriculture guidelines.Adhere to all district health and safety policies, including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.Perform assigned dish room duties, including cleaning and sanitizing dishes, trays, utensils, and other kitchen equipment in accordance with sanitation and safety standards.Appropriately operate all equipment and machinery as required.Support the philosophy and mission statement of De Soto USD 232Other duties as assigned by the Kitchen ManagerFLSA – Non-Exempt 8/27/2026