Child Nutrition Specialist

Queen Creek Unified District•Queen Creek, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Prepare weekly food items for all kitchen sites based on needs and forecasting. Provide exceptional customer service to all kitchen sites as the QCUSD float. Assist as needed in the kitchen depending on the needs of the department.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Food Handler's Certificate
Certified Child Nutrition Manager's Card or the ability to obtain one
Must have current Arizona driver's license and proof of insurance
Must be creative and service oriented; good interpersonal communication skills
Ability to work with a variety of kitchens and service areas; ability to effectively plan and organize workload
Ability to set up buffet luncheons and serve; to include table decorations and attractive food presentations
Available to work evenings and Saturdays as needed; must be self-starter and able to complete assignments without direct supervision
Working knowledge of food ordering, food production and use of commercial kitchen equipment.
Ability to perform frequent stopping, reaching and lifting up to 50 pounds; must be willing to serve in other areas as needed
Knowledge of National School Lunch Program regulations
Experience using a computer (internet, email) and computer software related to menu, bookkeeping and word processing
Ability to operate computerized cash register
Knowledge of HACCP (food safety) and workplace safety requirements
Ability to work with figures and to make arithmetic calculations
Ability to communicate with parents, staff and students on Child Nutrition program
Must be able to read, write and speak English
Knowledge of and adheres to all policies, regulations and rules
Must pass a background clearance.
Must obtain an Arizona IVP Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card

Nice To Haves

Child Nutrition merchandising experience/ability to assemble food party trays

Responsibilities

Assist with food preparation, serving, cashiering, and clean up at different locations
Assist in training new employees on cashiering procedures and guidelines
Assist with the presentation, service, cash, food, safety and varied aspects of the department catering events
Responsible for merchandising and promotional activities as requested
Assist with the planning and organization of catering requests
Set up and serve at all special activities, working evenings when needed
Maintain records, quality food preparation, cost effective production and labor control
Provide catering program support to include: Efficient and economic operation of kitchen, accurate preparation of all reports and maintain records including personnel records and time keeping
Enforce District and Child Nutrition policies
Performs all duties in a safe and prudent manner as directed
Performs other job-related duties as assigned to advance district priorities.