(25-26) CL98194 Nutrition Services Assistant I @ Hamilton Elementary School

Hemet Unified School District - L.A.•Anza, CA

69d•$18 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

NUTRITION SERVICES ASSISTANT I JOB SUMMARY Personnel in this position are assigned to a school cafeteria and perform their duties under the direct supervision of the cafeteria manager, to assist in the receiving, storing, preparing, selling, and serving of foods in a school cafeteria; and to do other related work as may be required.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE OF: Principles and methods of quantity food preparation, distribution, and storage; Institutional kitchen equipment and utensils; Safe food-handling practices and procedures in accordance with HACCP guidelines; Basic arithmetic and record keeping; Work simplification methodology; Safe work practices.
ABILITY TO: Operate a variety of cafeteria and kitchen equipment, utensils, measuring devices and machines; Read and follow recipes; Count money, make change and operate or learn to operate a computerized cash register; Perform simple mathematical calculations, count money and make change with speed and accuracy; Complete assignments within the allotted time with minimal supervision; Independently perform assigned responsibilities on own initiative without close supervision; Understand and use work simplification methods to maximize production; Exhibit manual dexterity including the simultaneous use of both hands and arms; Work in a wide range of temperatures; Remain focused on tasks and maintain work pace; Accept new ideas and changes enthusiastically; Understand and follow written and oral instructions, including recipes, procedures and correspondence; Follow directions and prescribed work practices; Keep and maintain records; Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Be flexible to changing work schedules and patterns; Maintain good personal hygiene; Adhere to established dress code and district appearance standards; Support district standards and operating procedures; Be punctual and maintain a good attendance record; Support team members; Maintain food handlers operating permit.
CurrentCounty of Riverside Food Worker's certificate or California approved food safety certificate must be obtained prior to first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

One to three months related experience and/or training preferred; possession of the knowledge and abilities listed above.

Responsibilities

Assist in the planning, receiving, storing, preparing, selling, and serving of hot and cold food items in accordance with prescribed menus and established procedures;
Ensure the distribution of safe food by practicing established safe food-handling techniques and procedures;
Follow department's standard operating procedures;
Perform cashiering duties to include operating point-of-sale terminals, collecting money, making correct change, keeping records and determining daily sales;
Operate a variety of equipment, utensils and machines used in school cafeterias including, but not limited to, commercial ovens, rethermalization units, food warmers, microwave ovens and steamers;
Wash dishes, utensils, pots and pans;
Clean, rinse and sanitize counter tops and kitchen equipment;
Periodically sweep and mop floors and clean hoods and filters;
Follow safe and sanitary procedures and practices;
Perform simple maintenance;
Report unsafe, unsanitary conditions or malfunctioning equipment to supervisor;
Implement portion control and assist in monitoring student meals to ensure USDA compliance for a reimbursable meal;
Comply with the District's code of ethics.