Child Nutrition Cashier/Helper

Ysleta Independent School District•El Paso, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for distributing information and determining eligibility for the free and reduced meal program. The role involves maintaining accurate records of food service sales, collections, and deposits, while adhering to federal, state, and district policies. Essential functions include explaining program criteria to parents and students, processing applications, implementing USDA program policies, maintaining meal participation data, performing basic math, managing prepayment accounts, corresponding with parents regarding lunch accounts, handling and securing money, preparing daily sales and snack bar reports, and assisting with meal preparation under the direction of the Cafeteria Manager. Attendance at the work site is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
Two (2) years experience as a helper or cashier OR five (5) years experience as a helper or cashier.
Ability to handle money quickly and accurately
Ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions in English
Possess current Food Handler's Card or be able to obtain one within 30 days of employment with the district.
Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written directions in English.
Valid Texas/New Mexico driver's license/ID card
Subject to the district's drug and alcohol screening policy and regulation
Must be insurable by the district's auto liability insurance carrier.
Ability to handle multiple tasks while working under pressure.
Maintain emotional control under stress and frequent interruptions.
Continual standing and walking
Must be able to lift, carry, push and/or pull up to 50 pounds
Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling and climbing (ladder)
Moderate exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures.

Responsibilities

Distribute information and applications for free and reduced meals.
Explain eligibility criteria and procedures to parents and students.
Process and maintain a permanent file of applications by eligibility.
Implement policies and procedures of all programs funded by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).
Maintain meal participation dates.
Maintain accurate records for all prepayment accounts.
Correspond with parents in reference to collecting and accounting for student lunch accounts.
Accurately account for and collect monies for prepaid, daily meals, and charges.
Ensure money is secure at all times.
Deposit all monies following procedures developed by the YISD Accounting Department.
Prepare daily sales and participation reports.
Prepare snack bar reports.
Assist with preparation of meals.
Assist in the food preparation as directed by the Cafeteria Manager.
Participate in professional development activities as required by the district.
Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties; support district/department goals.
Maintain a professional code of ethics and perform other duties as assigned.