Child Nutrition Assistant

Arizona Department of Education•Queen Creek, AZ

60d•Onsite

About The Position

The Child Nutrition Assistant is responsible for assisting in food preparation, serving, cashiering, and clean-up, using safe food practices.

Current Food Handler's Certificate
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
Experience in food preparation desired
Experience handling money desired
Ability to operate commercial kitchen equipment
Knowledge of HACCP and workplace safety requirements
Ability to lift 50lbs and stand for long periods of time
Ability to work with figures and to make arithmetic calculations
Ability to operate a computerized cash register
Ability to communicate with parents, staff, and students on the Child Nutrition program
Must be able to read, write, and speak English
Knowledge of and adherence to all policies, regulations, and rules
Must pass a background check
Must obtain an Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Establish and maintain good rapport with students, employees, and community
Execute all essential skills (i.e., cashiering, completing paperwork, preparing food, cleaning, etc.) within a reasonable time span
Accurately inventory and report production of food quantities, excess, etc.
Operate cash register during service
Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines
Operate standard kitchen equipment, including but not limited to convection ovens, microwave oven, steam table, and hot holding carts
Assist with quantity food preparation
Assist with the daily cleaning of the kitchen and all kitchen equipment to ensure cleanliness and to ensure sanitary conditions are met; Assist with stocking and replenishing of supplies
Set up and break down serving lines; Be willing to take over for the CN Assistant Senior in her/his absence.
Perform all duties in a safe and prudent manner as directed
Perform other duties as assigned