Child Nutrition Assistant

Queen Creek Unified District•Queen Creek, AZ

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Child Nutrition Assistant assists with food preparation, serving, cashiering, and cleanup while following safe food practices. The position is hourly, non-exempt, part-time, and scheduled for 181 days over nine months, 20 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The assistant reports to the Child Nutrition Cafeteria Manager and works at Gateway Polytechnic Academy. Compensation is according to the applicable QCUSD salary schedule, and benefits are provided according to QCUSD District policy.

Requirements

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 50 pounds and stand for long periods.
Ability to work with figures and make arithmetic calculations.
Ability to operate a computerized cash register.
Ability to communicate with parents, staff, and students about the Child Nutrition program.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Knowledge of and adherence to all policies, regulations, and rules.
Must pass a background clearance.
Must obtain an Arizona IVP Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience in food preparation.
Experience handling money.

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain good rapport with students, employees, and the community.
Complete cashiering, paperwork, food preparation, cleaning, and other essential skills within a reasonable time.
Accurately inventory and report food production quantities and excess food.
Operate the cash register during service.
Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.
Operate standard kitchen equipment, including convection ovens, microwave ovens, steam tables, and hot holding carts.
Assist with quantity food preparation.
Assist with daily cleaning of the kitchen and kitchen equipment to maintain cleanliness and sanitary conditions.
Assist with stocking and replenishing supplies.
Set up and break down serving lines.
Be willing to take over for the CN Assistant Senior in their absence.
Perform duties safely and prudently as directed.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned to advance district priorities.