Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:

·        adhering to safety practices; planning and managing projects; preparing and maintaining accurate records; operating standard office equipment and equipment found in a commercial kitchen; and using pertinent software applications.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and understand multi-step written and oral instructions.

·        Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: safety practices and procedures; quantity food preparation and handling; and sanitation practices.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; gather and/or collate data; and use job-related equipment.

Flexibility is required to work with others; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with others; work with specific, job-related data; and utilize job-related equipment. Problem-solving is required to identify issues and create action plans.

Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:

·        communicating with diverse groups; setting priorities; working as part of a team; working with interruptions; and

·        working with detailed information/data.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; directing other persons within a small work unit; and tracking budget expenditures. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization’s services.

Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some climbing and balancing, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling, and some fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 15% sitting, 35% walking, and 50% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and under conditions with some exposure to the risk of injury and/or illness.

Requirements

Job-related experience is required.

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

ServSafe Certification is required.  Applicant must obtain ServSafe Certification within 2 weeks of being hired.

Valid Driver’s License & Evidence of Insurability is required.

Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance is required.

Assistant Manager Child Nutrition

Purpose Statement

The job of Asst 3 / Floating Asst Manager Nutrition is done for the purpose/s of assisting program managers by performing managerial tasks and overseeing food service operations in the absence of the site manager. Specific responsibilities include assisting district-wide kitchens in any capacity; organizing food preparation activities; overseeing and assisting cafeteria workers with food preparation and serving; confirming quantities and quality of food items are available for use; providing written reports; and complying with mandated health requirements.

This job is distinguished from similar jobs by the following characteristics: Assistant to Elementary and

Secondary Child Nutrition Manager (s), assisting in various kitchens that are short-staffed. This position is

based out of a secondary school; however, the assistant manager will be assigned to a daily location according to the Child Nutrition Department's needs. Reliable transportation is required.

This job reports to the Director of Child Nutrition

Essential Functions

·        Assists with the implementation of menu plans for the purpose of meeting students' mandated daily nutritional requirements.

·        Assists with overseeing the preparation, cooking, and serving of food and beverage items for the purpose of meeting projected meal quantities and mandated nutritional and health standards and ensuring appealing presentation.

·        Assists with the supervision of food service workers and other personnel as assigned (e.g. orients, trains, evaluates, disciplines, etc.) for the purpose of maximizing the efficiency of the workforce and meeting shift requirements.

·        Assists with estimating food preparation amounts and adjusts recipes, if required, for the purpose of meeting projected meal requirements and minimizing waste of food items.

·        Assists with the evaluation of prepared food for flavor, appearance, and temperature for the purpose of presenting items that will be accepted by students and/or staff.

·        Assists with the monitoring of food service operations (e.g. kitchen equipment, trays, utensils, staff assignments, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring a safe, clean, and sanitary working environment in compliance with standard practices and established nutritional and health standards.

·        Assists District catering services (e.g. lunches, meetings, professional development, etc.) for the purpose of providing food services for a variety of special events throughout the District.

·        Attends work regularly to fulfill duties specific to the assignment for the purpose of providing quality educational experiences and continuity for assigned students, parents, and the overall school community.

·        Cleans utensils, equipment, and the storage, food preparation, and serving areas for the purpose of maintaining sanitary conditions.

·        Inspects food and/or supply deliveries for the purpose of verifying quantity, quality, and specifications of orders and/or complying with mandated health requirements.

·        Inventories food, condiments, supplies, and equipment at specified intervals for the purpose of ensuring the availability of items required for meeting projected menu requirements.

·        Maintains equipment, storage, food preparation, and serving areas in a sanitary condition for the purpose of complying with current health standards.

·        Participates in unit meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc.

·        Performs functions of other nutritional services positions, as needed for the purpose of ensuring adequate staff coverage within site nutritional services operations.

·        Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

·        Responds to inquiries of students, staff, and the public for the purpose of providing information.

·        Stocks food, condiments, and supplies for the purpose of maintaining adequate quantities.