Child Nutrition Worker

Job Title: Food Service Worker Exemption

Status/Test: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Cafeteria Manager/Director of Child Nutrition 

Dept./School: Child Nutrition 

Primary Purpose:

Work under moderate supervision to prepare and serve appropriate quantities of food to meet menu requirements. Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and safety practices.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

None specified

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to understand written and verbal food preparation and safety instructions

Working knowledge of kitchen equipment and food production procedures

Ability to operate large and small kitchen equipment and tools

Ability to perform basic math

Experience:

None

General Responsibilities and Duties:

• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Support and align work with the mission, vision, and beliefs of the District.
• Follow and support Board Policies in areas of related responsibility.
• Ensure District resources are managed effectively to maximize resources for student learning.
• Share in the development and implementation of District success plans.
• Actively participate in ongoing development to improve work quality and District contribution.
• Model integrity, work ethic, and professionalism as a suitable example for PBT-ISD students.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Food Preparation and Serving

1. Prepare quality food according to a planned menu of tested and uniform recipes.
2. Serve food according to meal schedules, departmental policies, and procedures, and practice and promote portion control and proper use of leftovers.
3. Store and handle food items and supplies safely and according to established procedures. 
4. Maintain a clean and organized storage area.

Safety and Sanitation

4. Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety standards, and follow established procedures to meet high standards of cleanliness, health, and safety.
5. Keep garbage collection containers and areas neat and sanitary.
6. Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor.
7. Maintain personal appearance and hygiene.

Other

8. Handle and record cashier functions accurately.
9. Help record food requisitions and order necessary supplies.
10. Maintain daily food preparation records.
11. Promote teamwork and interaction with fellow staff members.
12. Complete annual continuing education requirements.
13. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used

• Standard large and small kitchen equipment and tools including electric slicer, mixer, pressure steamer, sharp cutting tools, stove, oven, dishwasher, and food/utility cart

Posture

• Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stoop, pushing/pulling, and twisting motion
• Continual walking; frequent climbing (ladder), grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching/overhead reaching

Lifting

• Frequent moderate lifting and carrying (15–44 pounds)

Environment

• Work inside in commercial kitchen environment; exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, extreme humidity, noise, vibration, microwaves, biological hazards (bacteria, mold, fungi), chemical hazards (fumes, vapors, gases), electrical hazards; work with hands in water; work around machinery with moving parts; work on slippery surfaces

Mental Demands

• Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.