Nutrition Services Assistant

Minot Public Schools • Minot, ND

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under basic supervision, assists in food preparation and presentation at MPS school kitchens; prepares and serves food, operates a cash register/service terminal, and cleans dining areas and food preparation areas. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Assists the kitchen staff with basic food preparation and presentation; performs work in compliance with MPS policies, and quality and safety standards; duties may vary according to job assignment. Prepares dining areas for meal time; prepares and serves meals and snacks; verifies proper temperature to meet safety requirements; may operate a cash register/service terminal. Cleans work areas and maintains orderly, safe, and sanitary conditions in food service facilities and dining areas; cleans tables, chairs, floors, and surfaces; cleans dishes, utensils, tools, and equipment; cleans dining areas and food preparation areas to meet mandated health standards. Supports the relationship between the Minot Public School District and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with clients, visitors, and District staff; maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, client records, and District information; follows compliance rules governing child abuse; performs related duties as required or assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Knowledge of: MPS policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of: Safety and sanitation practices for food preparation and distribution, and for maintaining and cleaning food distribution and storage areas.
• Knowledge of: Personal sanitation and hygiene regulations.
• Skill in: Following verbal and written instructions and procedures, and following safety standards.
• Skill in: Establishing and maintaining effective working relations with co-workers.
• Skill in: Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

• Some customer service work experience is preferred.
• A valid North Dakota State Driver’s License may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assists the kitchen staff with basic food preparation and presentation; performs work in compliance with MPS policies, and quality and safety standards; duties may vary according to job assignment.
• Prepares dining areas for meal time; prepares and serves meals and snacks; verifies proper temperature to meet safety requirements; may operate a cash register/service terminal.
• Cleans work areas and maintains orderly, safe, and sanitary conditions in food service facilities and dining areas; cleans tables, chairs, floors, and surfaces; cleans dishes, utensils, tools, and equipment; cleans dining areas and food preparation areas to meet mandated health standards.
• Supports the relationship between the Minot Public School District and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with clients, visitors, and District staff; maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, client records, and District information; follows compliance rules governing child abuse; performs related duties as required or assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED