Child Nutrition Assistant

Arkansas Department of Education•North Little Rock, AR

48d•Onsite

About The Position

The Child Nutrition Assistant is a vital member of our school cafeteria team. This role encompasses food preparation, cooking, and various cafeteria-related responsibilities. The Child Nutrition Assistant is responsible for ensuring that students receive nutritious and delicious meals in a safe and welcoming environment. This position plays a crucial role in promoting healthy eating habits and contributing to the overall well-being of students. The ideal candidate will exhibit strong teamwork, food safety knowledge, and a commitment to providing high-quality meals to our school community.

Requirements

Accountability: Takes responsibility for actions and decisions.
Customer-focused: Prioritizes customer needs while following procedures.
Punctuality: Consistently arrives on time.
Diversity Inclusivity: Effectively collaborates with diverse groups.
Energetic: Works at a sustained pace, delivering quality work.
Friendliness: Maintains a cheerful demeanor.
Honesty/Integrity: Truthful and credible in the workplace.
Loyalty: Demonstrates loyalty to the employer.
Organized: Follows systematic methods in tasks.
Positive Attitude: Maintains optimism and a team-first approach.
Problem Solver: Proactively addresses work-related challenges.
Reliability: Dependable and trustworthy.
Responsibility: Accountable for one's conduct.
Safety Awareness: Identifies and corrects safety issues.
Judgment: Makes sound decisions based on available information.
Team Building: Persuades groups to work toward common goals
Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.
Computer Skills: Proficiency in operating a computer and using a cash register system is required.
Certificates & Licenses: Must have the ability to attend in-service classes as needed to stay current with industry standards and best practices.
Other Requirements: Full-time employees are required to obtain 10 hours of Child Nutrition training annually and must successfully pass FBI/DHS background checks as part of the hiring process.
References: References should be available upon request.

Nice To Haves

Experience: Prior experience in child nutrition is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and portion food items following standardized recipes and guidelines.
Ensure that food is cooked, stored, and served at the appropriate temperatures.
Maintain a high standard of food quality, freshness, and taste.
Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
Prepare a variety of hot and cold dishes, including entrees, side dishes, and desserts.
Follow dietary restrictions and special meal plans as necessary.
Assist with cafeteria setup, including arranging serving stations and maintaining a clean and organized environment.
Serve meals to students and staff in a friendly and efficient manner.
Monitor food inventory and report shortages or spoilage to supervisors.
Follow all health and safety regulations, including proper food handling and storage procedures.
Maintain a clean and sanitary workspace, including cleaning equipment and utensils regularly.
Report any maintenance or safety issues to the appropriate personnel.
Provide excellent customer service to students, staff, and visitors.
Address any questions or concerns regarding food options and dietary information.
Ensure a welcoming and pleasant dining experience for all.
Other duties assigned by the Director and Nutrition Coordinator